Key Responsibilities

- Set up, program, operate, and adjust CNC milling and turning machines.

- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, charts, and technical specifications.

- Program and operate CNC machines using Heidenhain Conversational controls.

- Review bills of materials (BOMs) and production routers to identify opportunities for improving material and labor efficiency.

- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize machining processes and productivity.

- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, documenting results and reporting progress to management.

- Train machine operators and helpers on machine setup, adjustments, and best practices.

- Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

- Complete inspection reports and maintain accurate quality documentation.

- Set up and adjust production machinery, tooling, and fixtures.

- Assemble and fit machine components to close tolerances.

- Calculate dimensions, tolerances, and layouts for workpieces.

- Report deviations from specifications and ensure all components meet quality requirements.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications & Skills

- Extensive experience programming and operating CNC milling and turning machines.

- Strong proficiency with Heidenhain Conversational controls.

- Excellent blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T;) interpretation skills.

- Thorough knowledge of tooling, machining processes, and production workflows.

- Experience producing custom, high-tolerance precision components.





- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills.

- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Education & Experience

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Skilled Trades Certificate, AEC, DEP, or equivalent technical certification required.

- Minimum 10 years of CNC machining experience.

- Minimum 10 years of programming experience using Heidenhain Conversational controls.

- Extensive experience operating CNC horizontal and vertical milling machines and CNC turning machines.

Working Conditions

- Manufacturing/shop environment with exposure to machinery, noise, sparks, and grinding debris.

- Frequent standing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and other physical activities.

- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

- Ability to meet production schedules and tight deadlines.

Safety & Quality

- Follow all workplace health and safety regulations and company safety procedures.

- Adhere to quality control standards and inspection processes.

- Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Key Competencies

- Attention to detail

- Mechanical aptitude

- Blueprint interpretation

- Problem-solving

- Precision measurement

- Time management

- Reliability

- Teamwork and communication

Benefits

- Competitive compensation

- Comprehensive health perks, including dental, vision, life insurance, and pension plan

- Career growth and advancement opportunities

- Overtime pay after 40 hours per week

📌 CNC Machinist (Windsor)
🏢 Synectics
📍 Windsor