CNC Machinist

Forest City Castings, Inc. (FCC) is a family owned and operated private company in St. Thomas, ON - 15 minutes south of London, ON.

FCC is a leader in Graphite Permanent Mould Technology. We specialize in quality aluminum and zinc castings, mould making, and custom CNC machining, providing our customers with turnkey service. We maintain an industry recognized reputation for quality, service and on time delivery.

We are building a team of highly skilled CNC programmers, machinists, and machine operators to expand our advanced manufacturing capabilities. FCC offers fair wages, benefits, profit sharing and educational incentives as well as advancement opportunities as our business continues to grow.

FCC is currently seeking a **Licensed** **CNC Machinist** who will be accountable to To independently complete all tasks required to prepare machines to run parts as well as part verification, including all setup packages and provide feedback on opportunities for improvements.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Machine Operation Responsibilities**:

- Start machine up upon arrival.
- Check position of envelope and fourth axis. If clear, send machine “home”. If not clear contact Supervisor.
- Load tool #1 in to spindle.
- Run machine warm up.

**Machine Setup Responsibilities**:

- Determine setup priorities and time allotted based on current schedule requirement.
- Obtain setup package (drawings, check sheets, travel cards, tool list, program etc.)
- Log in to appropriate jobs in Epicor.
- Get appropriate fixture and tools from the tool crib attendant. Plan and set in motion fixture and tools for next day set-ups.
- Ensure workstation is free of any existing parts, inform Supervisor if parts are present.
- Ensure appropriately coloured chip bin is in place for material being machined.
- Use setup package to appropriately setup machine for specific job.
- Inform Supervisor of any issues/concerns with setup to remedy so Engineering support can be contacted.
- Proof out first article approval and double check measurements are accurate, full layout of part, complete check sheet, complete all other paperwork.
- Confirm cycle time at 100% operation to ensure it meets quoted time or better. If not, inform supervisor, and work with Engineering to improve time.
- Inform Supervisor prior to submitting to QA Dept. with all appropriate paperwork for blue tag.
- Log out of setup in Epicor indicating setup is 100% complete and log all parts.
- If blue tag not approved clock into rework on the setup operation.
- Ensure all appropriate hand tools and checking tools are in place for production.
- Instruct Operator on how to appropriately prep parts, load parts, clamp, check parts, in-process checks and unloading, safety features of the job and what to be aware of in dealing with a specific part.
- Review schedule and cover operating the machine until an Operator is available if required.
- Complete all operator duties as required.

**Machine Tear Down Responsibilities**:

- Unbolt the fixture from the 4th axis or table, clean all chips and coolant off it, and put back on tool cart and tag fixture appropriately for preventative maintenance, if required.
- Take all tools out of the machine and return to tool cart.
- Return tool cart, setup package and fixture to the Tool Crib Attendant.
- Complete the fixture tear down tag and inform Supervisor of any issues that may need to be communicated to Engineering Support.

**Leadership and Training**:

- Assist the Supervisor/Manager by coaching/mentoring all team staff in the appropriate and standard setup/teardown and preventative maintenance procedures.

**Health & Safety Responsibilities**:

- Adhere to all departmental safety protocols.
- Ensure machine is safe prior to setting up job.
- Maintain an organized and safe work environment.
- Wear all required PPE.
- Report any concerns regarding departmental hazards to Supervisor/Manager.
- General housekeeping duties.
- This job may require additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by FCC._

**KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITY/WORKING CONDITIONS**:
**Knowledge Required to Perform Duties**:

- CNC Operator job duties and machining experience.

**Skills and Abilities Required to Perform Duties**:

- Attention to detail.
- Organized.
- Hand-eye coordination.
- Strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Working Conditions:

- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly.
- Fast paced environment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $28.00-$36.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- St. Thomas