CNC Machinist II

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Shift: Monday – Thursday 5:00am – 3:00pm

Sign on Bonus offered! Amount of $1,500 paid out in two installments.  At 90 days (3 Months) $750 then at 120 days (6 Months) $750.

Responsible for producing machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine, maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, maintaining equipment and supplies.  Serve in a technical training role, preparing team members to accomplish job results.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

Program CNC/ Manual Equipment by entering instructions, including zero and reference points, setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.  Accurately calculate requirements to include basic math, geometry, trigonometry, and proving parts.  Utilize G-code and/or conversational programming, as required.

Plan complex machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, locations, and machining parameters.  Interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

Ensure successful continuous learning by actively and positively training team members on Pyrotek equipment, processes, and procedures.

Ensure continuous improvement and review of set up methods and machining practices to reduce scrap, process variability, and target cost reductions in these areas.

Regularly evaluate new equipment, software, fixturing, tooling, and clamping, as necessary to reduce cost, improve safety, improve quality, and improve throughput of product manufactured in the shop.

Program CNC/ Manual Equipment by entering instructions, including zero and reference points, setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.  Accurately calculate requirements to include basic math, geometry, trigonometry, and proving parts.  Utilize G-code and/or conversational programming, as required.

Set-up CNC/Manual Equipment by installing and adjusting three to four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops and stock pushers, and indicating vices and trimming heads.

Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.  Verify setting by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces, and adhering to international standards.

Maintain 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; and sharpening and replacing worn tools.  Adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes.

Education/Experience

Associate degree in Machining Technology, plus six (6) years of CNC machining experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Machining/Programming Skills. Advance CNC Machining/Programming knowledge, skills, and abilities to ensure proficiency in performing complex CNC machining projects, to include the ability to the use of and accurate interpretation of dimensional measuring tools or equipment.  Ability to perform multiple machining projects simultaneously.

Training. The knowledge, skills, ability, and willingness to invest in training team members skills for the growth of the department and company.  Ability to effectively evaluate new equipment, software, fixturing, tooling as needed to reduce cost, improve safety/quality and throughput of product.

Mathematical Skills.   Basic HS level math skills required, including ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer/Application Skills.  Proficient CNC machining skills (programming, tooling knowledge, and ability to read blueprints.)   Ability to use and interpret dimensional measuring tools or equipment.  Strong mechanical aptitude.  Proficient with math skills, especially geometric calculations.  Ability to identify and implement improvements.  Ability to perform G-code and/or conversational programming required.

Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.  Genuine with high ethical standards, values, personal integrity, and honesty.  Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations.

Communications Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen, obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. 

Core Business Skills.  Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in the handling of proprietary and confidential information.  Ability to work independently, without significant direction, and to use resources effectively to “figure it out.”  Strong critical thinking skills, judgement and keen attention to detail and accuracy.  Exceptional prioritization, time management, and organization skills.  Ability to work under pressure and excel in a fast-paced, self-directed entrepreneurial environment.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, reach, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. Ability to lift to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.  Must be able to communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing.  Effectively use a personal computer.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment

Works in a manufacturing environment where team member is frequently exposed to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required.

Pyrotek benefits include:

Medical, Dental, Vision after 31 days

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

401(k) with generous match

Profit Sharing

 Supplemental Benefits

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

California residents please take a moment to review our California Resident Applicant Data Collection Notice (https://www.pyrotek.com/assets/Documents-non-repository/CCPA-Notice-for-Applicants.pdf)