Operate, program, and maintain CNC mills, lathes, and screw machines; supervise shop personnel; produce tooling and prototypes; use CAM/CAD and SAP for inventory; perform inspections, maintenance, training, and troubleshooting; ensure safety and quality standards.
Company Description
Stäubli is a value driven technological solutions provider with four dedicated activities: Electrical Connectors, Fluid Connectors, Robotics and Textile. We strive for innovation and excellence and are market leaders in many industrial segments. Stäubli guarantees high quality, reliability, and performance - our strong basis for the trusted partnership with our customers worldwide.
Job DescriptionThe CNC Machinist is responsible for the Machine Shop and Automation area including all material, machinery, and personnel inside the shop. The CNC Machinist will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and training on any automated equipment and machine tools. This position works closely with Engineering and Production to produce tooling, prototype components, and various Stäubli ECS products.
Reports to:
Manufacturing Manager
Responsibilities and Objectives:
- Set up and program CNC mill, lathe, and screw machine for prototypes, fixtures, or production
- Work with quoting to estimate labor and material costs for new machining jobs
- Use SAP ERP to maintain inventory of all material used in the shop
- Supervise all personnel working within the machine shop
- Maintain all shop equipment and coordinate 3rd party maintenance schedules
- Assist Manufacturing Engineer with design and building of fixtures or equipment for production
- Perform finished good inspections as required
- Perform maintenance and repairs on all machinery within the automation area
- Train operators and other personnel on equipment or machinery in the machine shop/ automation area
- Troubleshoot the cause of manufacturing defects and resolve issues
- Monitor production of automated equipment, working with vendors to solve issues or make improvements
- Maintain an organized and safe work environment including proper waste disposal
- Performs other duties as assigned by manager
- Adheres to all safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Proficiently setup and program CNC mills, lathes, and screw machines
- Read and understand engineering drawings
- Understand GD&T on machined component prints
- Be familiar with advanced manufacturing methods and techniques
- 2+ years of experience working in a machine shop
- 2+ years CNC equipment experience
- 2+ years CAM/CAD experience; Inventor a plus
- Experience with inspection tools including calipers, bore gage, micrometer, and gage pins
- Basic mechanical/electrical experience
- Experience with hazardous material a plus
- Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and stand for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry objects
- Periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Dexterity and accuracy as needed to operate equipment
Stäubli Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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