Position Summary & Objective

Set-up and operate CNC/Manual Lathe or Mill to produce precision parts and instruments.  Plans CNC program to control contour-path machining of parts on automatic machine tools.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position 

• Read, interpret, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, and other written instructions.
• Requires knowledge of computers, electronics, computer numerical controls, basics of CNC programming, and computer-aided manufacturing.
• Analyzes drawings, sketches, and design data of parts to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools, and machine speeds and feed rates according to knowledge of machine shop processes, part specifications, and machine capabilities.
• Set-up and operate CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Set-up parts to be machined with a wide range of size and con...