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LMT Defense needs your help moving our company forward in the firearm industry. If you are looking for a position that is fast paced, with competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, a base pay rate plus $1.50/hr for 2nd shift or $3/hr for 3rd shift through 2024, and a thriving work environment that has plenty of opportunity for advancements; LMT Defense is the perfect company for you. We are looking to fill two 3rd shift position in our CNC Department. Below are the preferred skills, duties, and responsibilities you will have performed as one of our CNC Operators.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work (7am-3:15pm) 1st shift and (11pm-3:15pm) 3rd shift.
• Training occurs on 1st shift for up to 90 days.
• Required: High School/GED diploma or vocational school equivalent.
• Preferred: Trade Certification
• Required: 5+ years of machining experience with formal training or certification from an accredited trade school.
• Required: Computer literacy specific to operating CNC machines.
• Required: Experience with machining techniques and methods of CNC Mill and Lathes as well as tool operating procedures and blue print reading.
• Required: A broad knowledge of machining techniques and familiarity with Mazak, Mori Seiki, Brother, Okuma, Tsugami, G-codes, M-codes, lathes, and mills.
• Basic hand tool knowledge.
• Must have the ability to accurately use measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and height stands.
• Must be able to work from programming instructions and operations data and machine setup instructions defining and coding tool arrangements.
• Familiar with machine calibrations and console settings to perform operations.
• Setups involve familiarity with and understanding of program formats involving combinations of operations such as profiling, drilling, boring, contour milling, turning, facing, threading, and recessing to the capacity of the machine and control factor.
• Must have experience with tolerances (+/-.003) and ability to make exact tolerances.
• Ability to check parts for conformance to specifications.
• Must be able to understand and properly use fixtures and tooling.
• Possess strong attention to detail and communication skills. Must possess good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees.
• Must follow written instructions and read blueprint specifications set forth by LMT.
• Must sign and abide by the Companys employee manual and confidentiality agreement.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check, job physical, and drug screen.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
• Operate CNC Machine centers to produce machined parts.
• Operate more than one unit simultaneously.
• Perform all operations to set-up equipment and fixtures in the machining center for other operators working from drawings and specification sheet.
• Diagnose problems and make adjustments.
• Responsible for the proper selection of tooling, set-up and adjustment, and for manually programming short runs/special jobs.
• Perform progressive machining operations.
• Maintain quality and safety standards. Perform self-inspection of parts to ensure specs.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards.
• Keep accurate records by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Sustain repairs and maintenance of the machines as well as other equipment and call for repairs and supplies.
• Follow manufacturers instructions, troubleshoot malfunctions, and update job knowledge by voluntarily participating in educational opportunities.
• Keep workstation and equipment clean.
• Instruct operators on pro edures and methods and make periodic operation checks to assure proper machining operations.

*LMT Defense is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. LMT Defense is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import and export regulations.

*Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with policies and applicable state laws, LMT Defense provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with LMT will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.