CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer

CNC Machinist/Programmer

Job description

Are you a motivated person looking for a career opportunity that is challenging, fun, and has growth potential?

Our team at APE is seeking a CNC machinist to assist in our machining operations and help grow our business!

In this role you will machine parts across a wide range of project sizes, material types and finish criteria. We are a small (12 people) but growing business that is looking for an energetic, self-starter to help us build our machining operations, and increase our capacity.

Apply and come visit our amazing team!!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28 - $38 per hour

What You’ll Do:

• Program parts from STEP models
• Setup machines for required operations
• Procure tooling as required
• Operate Haas mills and lathes, as well as some manual machining
• Inspect completed parts for accuracy and quality requirements.
• Lead the expansion of our machining operations and build the machine shop to be a world class facility.
• Assist with implementation of procedures and processes to improve business efficiency
• Work with engineering team to improve designs to make machining easier.
• Special ad hoc projects as needed.
• Help management with the selection of new tooling and machinery

Qualifications:

Advanced computer skills and professional level of programming software REQUIRED: You will program your own parts as well as provide feedback to our engineers on ways to improve the design.

Good working knowledge of geometry, basic math, and measuring instruments.

Advanced knowledge of programming codes

Journeyman understanding of machining practices

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Strong problem-solving skills: Almost all of our projects are one-off so we are constantly solving a new problem.

Motivated and shows willingness to learn.

Willingness to teach others the machining skills for them to advance and grow

Demonstrates a strong mechanical aptitude

Benefits:

PTO, Health/Vision/Dental Insurance, 401k

About You:

• You like working as part of a team. We are building a small team and need people that enjoy being part of a group. You will be working with multiple members of our team daily, and your work directly impacts the success of their projects and the business.
• You are organized and detail oriented. You will be responsible for building out our machine shop and our in-house capabilities so your attention to detail in this area will greatly impact the business.
• You are a good communicator: As the lead machinist you will be communicating with our with our engineers and our vendors. Your professional disposition helps keep our shop and our team performing at their best.
• You like trying and learning new things. Our business is focused on the mindset of continual improvement so your willingness to push your comfort zone and try new things in the pursuit of improvement keeps our business at the leading edge.

Hours:

Standard hours are M-F: 7:00am – 3:30pm.

Compensation: $28-38 per hour

Pay will be commensurate with your experience and skill level.

2 weeks paid vacation per year

6 paid holidays

Who We Are:

American Precision Engineering specializes in the design and fabrication of precision metallic components, structures, and systems for a wide range of industries.

Our customers include aerospace, defense, energy, automotive, and robotics companies. We work directly with their engineering departments to supply the specialized expertise to make their idea into a manufacturable solution or product. With our modern fabrication facility, we are able to prototype, test, and ultimately manufacture the fabricated components in-house which makes us an ideal solution since we are a one-stop-shop for companies that need a physical solution to their current problems.

We have a clean and modern shop that provides a great platform to grow and expand your skill set.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $39.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• What type of tool would you cut a 3/8" deep, 2" wide, and 4" long slot in 6061 AL?

Experience:

• CNC Machining: 4 years (Required)
• MasterCAM programming: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person