CNC Lathe Machinist-Programmer

Princeton Precision Group: Always Advancing. Each business unit under the PPG portfolio has been deliberately selected for their ability to support their customers, lead their industry, and provide high quality products. Your journey with us is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to support the manufacturing of critical hardware to key defense programs, supporting missions to space and providing access for global travel. Join us in the journey!

We are actively seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist-Programmer to join and grow in the PPG organization. The CNC Lathe Machinist-Programmer will program and operate Okuma lathe equipment utilizing Mastercam software or the OSP programming software built in to the Okuma controller.

Highlights and Benefits

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus; eligible upon hire


• Paid time off


• 401(k) with company match


• Paid holidays


• Tuition / professional development reimbursement


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Optional HSA with company contribution


• Short-term disability, long term disability, and life insurance at no cost


• Limitless opportunity for advancement

• Set up lathe, including all tooling and fixturing required for the task at hand.


• Operate machinery to produce tight tolerance parts (+/-.0004") to print.


• Surface finishes as low as 16 microinches; runouts, perpendicularity, concentricity as low as .0005"; positional tolerances as low as .001"


• Capability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.


• Must be able to work independently and in group environments.


• Work with engineering to develop new processes for emerging product lines.


• Troubleshoot machinery as necessary.


• Program parts in a 2-axis lathe environment at a minimum.


• Work with other machinists to overcome challenges on the shop floor


• Responsible for assigning/selecting tooling necessary to complete a given application.


• Inspect parts in process, and record results (forms provided by quality).


• Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• 3-5 years of precision machining and experience.


• Ability to produce tight tolerance parts


• Experience machining exotic metals such as Titanium, Inconel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel


• Ability and willingness to set up and program new and existing machinery


• Ability and willingness to utilize existing resources or prepare a comprehensive list of necessary resources to complete projects on time and within budget


• 3+ years of experience programming Okuma lathe or similar equipment


• Ability to utilize programming software; Mastercam or like software


• Software specific training available as needed


• Ability to troubleshoot machining / program issues


• Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team and results-driven environment

Compensation

• Compensation for this role is based on experience and demonstrated ability

Compensation details: 32-40 Hourly Wage

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