Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
OVERVIEW: Experienced CNC Lathe Programmer Operator to work closely with a small team of Engineers, Assembly Technicians, Fabricators, Designers, and Mechanics to manufacture customer goods daily. This position requires the ability to understand and edit CNC programs, read blueprints, change tools, safely operate machines, and perform routine maintenance. The candidate will execute the requirements of the work orders and process machined components accordingly in a highly professional manner. The candidate should have the ability to check his/her own work and be very detail oriented to ensure a “world class” product as well as meet deadlines and document progress. The candidate must also be dependable, time conscious and work efficiently to achieve department goals on a weekly basis with minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & SKILLS:
Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to all of the following:
- Good understanding of CNC Lathes, tooling and equipment
- Ability to interface with other departments to accomplish tasks
- Ability to use Windows based computers (email, general software, MS Excel, etc.)
- Must follow instructions precisely and consistently in an ISO 9001 environment.
- Ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Able to perform in a dynamic and fast paced environment
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Work safely to comply with all business expectations
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum of 8 years of experience running and setting up CNC Lathes
- Solid knowledge of CNC program language (G & M codes)
- Ability to read blueprints and experience with GD&T symbols
- Ability to set up tools and perform CNC setups (decide upon appropriate fixturing, etc.)
- Experience with using micrometers, calipers, bore gages, height gauges and other metrology equipment
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage his/her own work load to achieve meet important deadlines
- Mechanical skills including the ability to use all common machine tools and hand tools
DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Ability to write CNC programs is preferred
- Previous experience operating CNC Lathes and Haas controls is a plus
- Previous experience utilizing MasterCAM is a plus
- Preferred prior experience in an ISO quality environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand most of the day while working 40 hour work week (Day shift) with overtime paid as worked
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- Day Shift 6:30 am work start time M-F
- Must be flexible with schedule to accommodate fixed deadlines sometimes working Saturday and or Sunday
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, the ideal candidate must possess but not limited to all the following:
- Be a team player
- Have great attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Be reliable (with reliable mode of transportation)
- Have excellent mechanical ability and likes to work with their hands
- Strong work ethic and pride in their workmanship
This position will require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship, US Permanent Resident or ability to meet licensure requirements.
Pratt Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.