CNC Machinist
Ford Motor Company
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- Location
- Long Beach, CA
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 23
- 2 days ago
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About the company
Ford Motor Company
Automotive · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines and 5-axis gantry mills
- Produce high-quality parts and components for prototype vehicles
- Translate engineering designs into precise and efficient CNC programs
- Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of parts for prototype builds
What you need
- 5-7+ years of experience as a CNC Programmer/Operator.
- Proven expertise in CNC programming using CAM software.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Strong understanding of material properties and machinability of various metals, plastics, foams, and composites.
- Ability to troubleshoot CNC machining problems and identify solutions to improve part quality and efficiency.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software workflows and integration.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with design and fabrication teams.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality parts.
- Physical job requirements:
- Ability to lift 50-70+lbs.
- Stand for long periods of time, bend or twist body, kneel, stoop, or crouch.
- Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques and workflows.
- Ability to create and modify CAD models for fixturing and tooling purposes.
- Experience with reverse engineering techniques for creating CAD models from physical parts.
- 5-Axis Gantry Milling experience.
- Experience with PowerMill.
- HEIDENHAIN and Siemens controls.
Key skills
CNC programmingmachine operationCNC milling machines5-axis gantry millssafetyteamworkquality workmanship
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As a CNC Programmer/Operator, you will be responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC milling machines and 5-axis gantry mills (DMG MORI and Fooke) to produce high-quality parts and components for prototype vehicles. You will work closely with our design and engineering teams to translate engineering designs into precise and efficient CNC programs, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of parts for prototype builds. Your expertise in CNC programming, machine operation, commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship will be essential to your success in this role.