The Role
Operates, programs, and sets up CNC mills and lathes for precision semiconductor manufacturing. Reads blueprints and GD&T specifications, calculates machining requirements, configures tooling and offsets, verifies first-run parts with precision instruments, performs turning and milling operations, troubleshoots equipment and processes, replaces or sharpens tools, and follows quality procedures. Requires flexibility, overtime availability, physical stamina, deadline management, and at least four years of CNC machining experience.
Summary Generated by Built In
PPS is seeking a talented CNC Mill Machinist II to join our semiconductor industry operations in Chandler, AZ! This is a full-time position with a highly competitive pay rate, second-to-none benefits, and a high ceiling for growth!
Responsibilities:
- Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
- Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
- Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
- Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
- Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
- Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
- Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry and algebra for the purpose calculating material fabrication.
- Intermediate knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth, gages, indicators and scales.
- Intermediate knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an intermediate understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.
- Intermediate knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines. Be able to sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; trimming heads.
- Be able to programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
- Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- Good work ethic and flexibility to work overtime and shift is a must.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines and stand for long period of time.
- Must be able to contribute to continuous improvement techniques to improve output, quality, cost and delivery.
- 4+ year experience operating CNC machines such as lathes and milling machines in a heavy manufacturing environment.
Skills Required
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, geometry, algebra, and trigonometry
- Intermediate knowledge of precision measuring instruments, including calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, and scales
- Intermediate ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
- Intermediate understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Intermediate knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and machine accessories
- Ability to set up CNC mills and lathes, including chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, stock pushers, vises, and machine heads
- Ability to program CNC mills and lathes, including zero points, reference points, tool registers, offsets, compensation, conditional switches, and part programs
- Adaptability to changing work environments, competing demands, delays, and unexpected events
- Flexibility to work overtime and shifts
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and stand for long periods
- Ability to contribute to continuous improvement involving output, quality, cost, and delivery
- At least four years of experience operating CNC mills and lathes in a heavy manufacturing environment
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The Company
What We Do
Professional Placement Services is an Ohio-based recruiting and staffing firm focused on manufacturing and other industries. It provides project-based staffing, contract-to-hire, and direct-placement services, helping employers fill critical roles with qualified candidates. The company emphasizes personalized talent management, ethical service, and supplying quality individuals rather than simply large volumes of temporary workers, while building long-term relationships with both clients and professionals.
