CNC Machinist (Colorado Springs)

1st and 2nd shift openings! 2nd shift M-Th with 10% pay differential! Pay Range: $26 - $38/hour depending on experience, plus 10% for 2nd shift SUMMARY Responsible for utilizing advanced machining skills to produce high-quality components. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of machining processes, the ability to generate, read, and interpret complex drawings, and a strong capability in both manual and CNC machining, including programming and coding. Key Responsibilities: - Perform complex machining operations on various machines such as Haas Lathe, Feeler, G&L, Femco Vertical Mills, and Femco HBC with minimal or no supervision. - Demonstrate strong lathe experience and engage in prototype machining, research and development, and reverse engineering tasks. - Utilize both manual machines and CNC machines, and apply conversational programming and CNC coding skills. - Set up and adjust machine controls and offsets, and monitor operations to detect and resolve malfunctions. - Periodically inspect parts during runs and after completion to ensure accuracy and adherence to specifications. - Perform preventative maintenance practices on machines - Process all paperwork in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment. - Monitor job costing to ensure machining remains within acceptable limits relative to estimates. - Lead and mentor team members, promoting a positive attitude and teamwork. - Read and understand complex machining blueprints, and write simple machining programs on various controllers. - Ensure familiarity with base machines and apply prior machining and programming knowledge effectively. Qualifications Required Education: HS Diploma, GED or equivalent. Minimum of 10 years of related machine shop experience and/or training equivalent. Required Experience: - Prior work history or knowledge of setting up and running CNC machines - Able to read and understand complex machining blueprints - Able to write simple machining programs on several different controllers Preferred Experience: - Sets-up and runs complex machining operations on the Haas Lathe, Feeler, G&L, Femco Vertical Mills, and Femco HBC - Observes machine operation to detect malfunctions, adjust machine controls, and offsets with minimal or no supervision. - Ability to do prototype machining, R&D, and reverse engineering - Experience with manual machines, CNC machines, conversational programming, and CNC coding