CNC Machinist

  • Full-time

Job Description

SUMMARY

Sets up and
operates conventional, special purpose and (CNC) Numerical Control machines and
machining centers to fabricate metallic and non metallic parts by performing
the following duties.

ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Studies
    blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to
    determine specifications and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of
    operations and set up requirements.

  • Measures,
    marks and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work
    piece as guides for subsequent
    machining.

  • Selects,
    aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories
    and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders and
    shapers.

  • Calculates
    and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant
    flow, depth and angle of cut or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit
    computerized machine control media.

  • Starts
    and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance
    machining and adjusts machine controls or control medial as required.

  • Verifies
    conformance of finished work piece to specifications

  • Sets
    up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed
    control data

  • Installs
    machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines and equipment, and tests
    operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.

  • Confers
    with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve
    machining or assembly problems.

  • Must
    understand the KMT Waterjet Quality Management System and how it relates to
    this position. Also ensure that all responsibilities relating to KMT Waterjet
    QMS and ISO are fulfilled.

  • Other
    duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

  • High school graduate or equivalent training.

  • Minimum of two (2) years machine operations experience and/or enrollment
    and completion of apprentice program.

Additional Information

KMT Waterjet Systems located in Baxter Springs, KS has openings for several
CNC Machinists. We are launching a 3rd Shift and need hardworking
individuals who are looking for a rewarding opportunity with one of the area’s
leading employers. Advantages of working at KMT include:

  • Above average pay
  • Excellent benefits
    that start as soon as your second month of employment
  • $500 sign on bonus
  • Competitive/above
    average shift differentials.
  • Climate controlled and
    exceptionally clean work environment
  • 120 hours of PTO and
    13 company paid holidays at the beginning of each year
  • Career advancement
    opportunities

Some of the machines are Swiss Turns and Okuma CNC Lathes with milling
capabilities and on the job training is provided. We strive every day to be a great place to
work for all employees and look forward to welcome you to the KMT family!

Please visit our website at http://www.kmtwaterjet.com/careers.aspx
to view the job description and apply online or come in and fill out an
application, 635 West 12th St, Baxter Springs, KS 66713.

KMT Waterjet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.