Position Overview
Position Summary: The CNC Machinist-Programmer sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and grinders, to machine metallic and nonmetallic work pieces by performing the essential job functions listed below. This role is also responsible for programming CNC machines.
Description of Essential Job Functions: Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determines sequence of operations.Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder (chuck, collet, or tool post).Positions and secures work piece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures.Moves controls to position tool and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and depth of cut.Sets up fixture or feeding device, starts mac...