CNC Machinist

Job Description

New Life Staffing is hiring for a machinist in the Reading PA area. This is a full time direct hire position.

Skills and Experience:

Familiarity with a range of department machines, including CNC machines, CNC lathes, cylindrical grinders, milling machines, engine lathe, tracer lathe, crush foam grinder, drill press, EDM equipment, Bridgeport mill, radial arm drill press, measuring tools, and optical comparator

Working knowledge of reference calibration standards and electrodes

Experience in CNC programming and the ability to make changes to CNC programs

Proficiency in shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and layout techniques

Understanding of testing procedures and guidelines

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Positive attitude and effective communication for seamless collaboration

Adaptability to fast-paced and dynamic work environments

Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to recommend process enhancements

Ability to work on a variety of machines and tools, contributing to a team approach to problem-solving

Responsibilities:

Independently operate department equipment, demonstrating a strong understanding of testing procedures and guidelines (excluding NDT & RCBs)

Perform machining of test specimens and parts using CNC and other lathes

Set up and operate cylindrical grinders to produce low-stress ground test specimens

Machine blank samples into reference standards based on provided blueprints or drawings, documenting all relevant information

Manufacture, maintain, or machine jigs, fixtures, or parts required for the Met Lab or other departmental needs

Calibrate movements on milling machines, electric discharge machines, surface roughness indicators, and micrometer sets

Read lab travelers and determine furnace utilization

Report any out-of-calibration conditions (as found) to supervision

Undertake additional duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

Proficient in MS Office, including Outlook and Word

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Capacity to make sound decisions independently

Ability to operate department equipment with minimal supervision