CNC Machinist

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking a CNC Machinist with Secret Clearance for an opportunity in Santa Ana, California.

JOB FUNCTION

Under minimum Shop Supervision, accurately and efficiently sets-up and operates 5axis CNC Mills to manufacture tooling and parts.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Performs sets-up and operates a CNC Mill to provide Quality Parts and Tooling.
• Interprets and follows engineering planning.
• Performs inspection of machined parts.
• Performs MDI’s on programs when necessary.
• Interfaces and partners with Engineering, Programming and Quality Inspection as necessary.
• Clearly interfaces and established effective communication with opposite shift via logbook, verbal communication and shift interchanges.
• Performs troubleshooting of quality errors to assist in the root cause & correction process.

• Informs and escalates issues to the Supervisor accordingly and refrains from making modifications to the program without seeking proper approval.
• Participates in 6S programs and maintains work area, tools, and equipment in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• Operates forklift and crane in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Actively participates in company behavioral safety program.
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EDUCATION

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.

• CNC Machinist Certification preferred.
• Forklift and Crane certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a U.S Citizen and not hold multiple citizenships.
• Must possess Secret Security Clearance and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• 5 + years’ experience desirable operating full 5 Axis CNC mills.
• Proficient with Fanuc 15MB and 30i controls (Siemens 840D a plus) or Heidenhain.
• Ability to read blue prints, maintain tolerances, and able to perform own set-ups.

• Experience machining Invar, Aluminum, Composite and Graphite materials.
• Knowledge and understanding of machining techniques and processes.
• Technical aptitude and excellent judgment skills.
• Ability to use manual inspection equipment i.e. Micrometers, Calipers, Bore Gages etc.
• Ability to MDI (Manual Data Input) hole patterns and radii.

• Perform Trigonometry.
• Thorough understanding of machining different materials and the ability to calculate spindle speed, machining feedrates, and proper chip load.
• Over 4,000 hours experience with Fanuc controls, Siemens or Heidenhain.
• Knowledge of advanced cutting tool technology.
• Optimization of feeds and speeds.
• Forklift and crane proficiency.