Job Description
Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
The CNC Tooling Machinist is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC milling machines to produce highquality components according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fastpaced production environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Machine Operation & Setup
Set up, adjust, and operate CNC milling machine (3-axis Hurco)
Produce SolidWorks models and create machining programs in Mastercam (or equivalent)
Produce and modify drawings from models, sample components, or reverse engineering
Load programs, verify correctness, and edit CNC code when necessary
Select, install, and adjust tooling, fixtures, and work holding devices
Quality & Inspection
Interpret and understand mechanical drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
Use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, and indicators
Verify parts meet dimensional and surface finish requirements
Document inspection results and follow quality procedures (ISO/AS standards if applicable)
Production & Efficiency
Monitor machine performance and part quality throughout production runs
Troubleshoot issues related to tools, materials, machine wear, or program errors
Maintain machine program documentation and document work in CMMS
Meet or exceed production targets and support continuous improvement efforts
Experience machining parts from various materials (steel, stainless, plastic, etc.)
Perform production equipment tooling PM's and inspections
Maintenance & Safety
Perform routine machine maintenance: cleaning, lubrication, coolant checks, tool life monitoring
Perform shop equipment PM's and inspections
Follow all safety policies, including PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures
Keep work area organized and support 5S or similar programs
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
High school diploma or GED
3-5 years of experience operating CNC milling machines
Proficient in use of SolidWorks and Mastercam (or equivalents CAD/CAM software)
Strong ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances
Proficiency with precision measuring instruments
Knowledge of Gcode and Mcode fundamentals
Preferred:
Formal machining or technical training (trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent)
Experience with Hurco mill controls
Ability to edit programs and optimize toolpaths
Ability to operate manual mill, lathe, and surface grinder
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must have manual dexterity for precise work and small components. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here.You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
Westlake Management Services, Inc. is proud to offer equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants to join our company and to succeed as members of our team regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
