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Writes G-code and uses Mazatrol (conversational programming) to write CNC programs to machine composite parts to specification. Responsibilities also include manual tooling fabrication (metal and composite) for lay-up, machining, and assembly fixtures utilizing conventional and CNC machines and machining procedures. Assists in new tooling concept and design. Modify existing tooling as required to maximize productivity and quality. Performs preventative maintenance and makes minor repairs as required.\nDuties and Responsibilities\nPerforms all duties in a safe manner abiding by company safety programs.\nReads, interprets and works to written instructions such as standard task procedures, work orders, work order instructions, supplementary instructions, manufacturer's and customer's specifications, Safety Data Sheets, safety rules.\nMust be able to understand and follow verbal instructions.\nAnalyzes blueprints, written specifications, drawings, and sketches to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished parts and tooling. Plans setup operations and determine sequence of operations.\nSet up and operate all machine tools in the factory.\nAble to write CNC code in Mazatrol software (conversational programming) and/or G-Code.\nPerforms in-process CMM probing operations and final acceptance probing operations, both manual and programmed.\nPerforms rough machining operations.\nRuns coordinate measurement machine (CMM).\nSets up and runs CNC lathe according to established CNC programs\nCalculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed and depth of cut to optimize production.\nStarts and observes machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, adjusts machine controls or tool offsets as required.\nCollects and reports process data such as setup and run time, dimensional plotting and tracking; input recordings into statistical process control charts, recognizing and reporting trends and process variations\nLeads team activities and training for the department\nCross trains in other areas as directed\nShift\nMonday to Thursday 6p to 6a\nEducation and/or Experience\nHigh School/GED or technical school; and a minimum of three to five years related and current industrial experience and/or training or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; two to four years related experience and/or training. 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