CNC Machinist 1 - C Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Title

CNC Machinist I

Department

Machine Shop

Reports to

Machine Shop Manager

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RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components, and optical assemblies. We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres, and Thin Film Coating. As one of the fastest growing companies in the Rochester area, RPO offers exciting career paths to work on market-leading programs across a variety of industries.

Job Summary :

A CNC Machinist I will operate computer numerical control (CNC) mill and lathe machines to precisely manufacture parts from raw materials like metal or plastic, by interpreting blueprints, setting up the machine, and monitoring the production process to ensure the finished product meets required specifications and quality standards. Key responsibilities include reading technical drawings, selecting appropriate cutting tools, basic programming using CAD / CAM software and performing quality checks on the produced parts. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, forward-thinking individual to work in a fun, fast-paced environment.

You Will :

• Review and understand blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and set up requirements.
• Align and secure holding fixtures (such as : collets, vices, indicating vices), cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and tooling pre-setter.
• Understand, calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow and enter command to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media; observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of–tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, comparator, height gauges, and gauge blocks..
• Confer with engineers, production personnel, or technical leads to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Comply with company requirements in completing essential documentation as required.
• Train, assist and support new employees in producing quality parts and in completing all process requirements.
• Assure all policies and procedures are followed and safety precautions are taken to reduce the risk of injury.
• Maintain a clean work area and assure safe operation of all equipment.
• Be available on reasonable notice for unscheduled overtime to meet production schedules.
• Perform and document Operator Preventative Maintenance operations as needed.
• Fully understand setup and operation of at least two machining field (mills, chucker lathes, swiss lathes, grinders, EDMs, etc)

You Have :

Proficiency in blueprint reading, quality inspection, creating preventive maintenance plans, mechanical troubleshooting, and lean manufacturing principles.

You Are :

You Will Enjoy :

Environment & Physical Demands :

Disclaimer :

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Rochester Precision Optics is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people.

EOE / AA / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

C Shift : Monday - Friday, 10 : 00pm - 6 : 30am

Before transitioning to a standard C shift, this role will spend 2 - 4 weeks training on A shift : Monday - Friday 6 : 00am - 2 : 30pm