CNC Trainee - 1st shift

Job Description

 

Danfoss Turbocor Compressors Inc, a leading-edge technology company in Tallahassee, Florida, is looking for a 1st shift CNC Trainee The hours for this position are Monday – Thursday 5:00 am – 3:30 pm with Friday overtime being very likely and the occasional Saturday. THIS POSITION IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL, semi-skilled role that works under the direction of experienced co-workers to learn the trade of CNC machining. Upon completion of the training program, the candidate could be promoted into a CNC Machinist position. In this role, the CNC Trainee will produce machined parts by programming/editing, setting up, and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machines, while maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records, maintaining equipment and work area.

 

Our products are high speed, oil-free HVAC compressors using magnetic bearings, variable speed direct drive and digital control technologies. The Production Technician will be responsible for mass-production of varying models of oil-free compressors by performing and participating in component parts preparation and line assembly operations.

 

Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, quarterly bonus program for hourly employees, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate-controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays including annual paid shutdown week between Christmas and New Year’s. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.

Job Responsibilities

 

• Follows written instructions in the form of Standard Operating Procedures. Also follows verbal instructions from experienced co-workers, team leaders, and supervisors
• 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).
• Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
• Programs/edits 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.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Background & Skills

 

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