CNC Machinist

Company Overview:
We design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics.

At BPA, we are absolutely passionate about innovation. It adds the fun and inspiration to our work that people need to excel. Our customers stimulate innovation by developing new needs, and we are on a never-ending quest to find a better, simpler way. BPA has no innovation budget, innovation is what we are.

Position:
We are currently seeking a CNC Machinist at our Longmont, CO location.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Reads and understands blueprint, job routings, tooling instructions, and standard charts for such specifications as dimensions, tolerances, and tooling instructions such as type of holding fixtures, cutting speeds, feed rates, and cutting tools to be used.
• Follows established fabrication procedures and standards.
• Gives feedback on programming or setup changes.
• Load and set tools while understanding run-out, tool length stick-outs, and proper hold based on what the tool is doing.
• Positions and secures tools in tool holders on turret and cross slides.
• Load and execute programs.
• Recognize, understand and properly adjust dull or chipped tooling.
• Set and adjust work offsets, tool wear lengths, and comp cutter.
• Indexes turret and adjusts work shift offsets of tools at each station.
• Perform Quality Control Characteristics documentation of tolerance zones specified on blueprints.
• Set up and operate machine tools including 4-axis and 5-axis machines
• Set up and operate machine tools and machines, make fixtures, and assemble fixtures for experimental purposes.
• Modify tools as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience & Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma plus 1-3 years of experience in a machine shop environment is required. However, a combination of education and experience will be taken into consideration
• Must possess an understanding of basic machine implements- keys, threads, bearing fit and bushings as well as basic geometry.
• Applicants must be able to use measuring instruments such as micrometers, bore micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, calipers, gauge pins, and indicators.
• Possess an understanding of G and M codes, machine and fixturing set-up, canned cycles, and work offset coordinate system
• Ability to read and understand prints and tolerances.
• Applicants must have exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to think independently
• Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Experience & Qualifications:

• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Applicants must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities
• Ability to determine the sequence of operations to efficiently manufacture parts from start to finish.
• Demonstrated ability to calculate speed and feed values for various materials
• High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. The hourly pay rate for this position varies between $28.00 - $34.00 depending on experience and education. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days of PTO during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match.