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HORST ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING CO

CNC Machinist - Swiss Set-Up Operator - Level III

east hartford, CT

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Job description

Sets-up and operates CNC Swiss Machines to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Must be able to work independently and provide training/guidance to others. This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

* Set-up and operate Swiss Turning machines (Citizen L20, A20, A32, M32, M32Y)

* Will work with blueprints, operation sheets, and other work instructions.

* Working from blueprints, operation sheets, travelers or other specifications, set-ups and completes the machining operations to produce a quality part.

* Checks to make sure that the material to be used meets all specifications. Obtains bar stock or material from staging area.

* Performs complex set-ups of own work or for others.

* Makes all required adjustments to the machinery. Obtains tooling, gages, inserts and all other equipment needed to complete the set-up and brings up the program. Edits the program as necessary.

* Assists other Operators or Set-up/Operators with set-up or production problems and helps to train other set-up/operators.

* Ensures that all manufactured parts are in full compliance with quality standards.

* Performs visual inspections (part relationship to operation sheet/blueprint configuration) on all parts produced and performs actual dimensional verification using measuring instruments as per the guidelines established by the department or the Quality Assurance Department.

* Replaces all worn or damaged tooling as necessary.

* Verifies and records actual part count, both prior to and upon completion of all work

* Performs all routine maintenance on the equipment and maintains all fluid levels.

* Keeps the equipment and work area clean and organized.

* Returns excess bar stock or material to the staging area.

* Moves the finished work to an assigned area. Enters all work performed into the database and documents all scrap.

* Notifies lead person or supervisor of any parts shortages or machining problems/difficulties.

* Packs and washes/preserves parts as needed.

* Performs other machining and assembly operations as needed.

* Performs other related duties as required.

* Interacts with associates from all departments.

Requirements:

* High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.

* 7 years of set-up experience minimum required

* Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.

* Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Mitsubishi Controls

* Must be able to set and change tools.

* Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.

* Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.

* Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

* Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.

* Must be able to read CNC programs.

* Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.

* Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.

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