Sterling Personnel, Inc. is recruiting for a CNC Machinist for our client in Corpus Christi, TX. The CNC Machinist produces precision machined parts by setting up and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine while maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records and maintaining equipment and supplies.
CNC Machinist Responsibilities:
- Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and Vernier calipers
- Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and/or grinders
- Measure, examine and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers
- Set up, adjust and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
- Select the appropriate tools, machines and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
- Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs
- Check workpieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled
- Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures
- Confer with numerical control programmers in order to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly, and that output will meet specifications
CNC Machinist Requirements:
- Manual experience preferred
- Blueprint reading
- General knowledge of machines and tooling used during the machining process
- Ability to use precision measuring equipment
- Math skills commensurate with machining processes
- Attention to detail
- Ability to be flexible and multitask
- Ability to perform machinery maintenance
