CNC Lathe Machinist

Princeton Precision Group: Always Advancing. Each business unit under the PPG portfolio has been deliberately selected for their ability to support their customers, lead their industry, and provide high quality products. Your journey with us is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to support the manufacturing of critical hardware to key defense programs, supporting missions to space and providing access for global travel. Join us in the journey!

Paragon Precision, a Princeton Precision Group company is an industry leader in the aerospace & defense, outer space, and power generation industries. We have immediate openings for experienced CNC Lathe Machinists. Both 1st and 2nd shift schedules are available. To be considered, CNC Machinists must have 5 or more years of Aerospace industry experience. The specifics of this role change with each new project, flexibility is a key attribute.

Highlights and Benefits

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus; eligible upon hire
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Tuition / professional development reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional HSA with company contribution
• Limitless opportunity for advancement

Job Requirements

• Set-up and operate CNC Lathe equipment to produce complex, tight tolerance parts
• Prove out new and existing programs for operators
• Edit programs and adjust machine settings as required
• Adjust feeds and speeds as necessary
• Perform first piece cuts according to blueprint
• Perform light preventative maintenance tasks daily to support machine reliability
• Collaborate and provide reliable input on machining approaches based on parts, materials, etc.
• Follow instructions according to customer or company specifications
• Support and train additional personnel as required
• Fixture and tool design concept
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of CNC precision machining experience
• Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, and/or Heidenhain controllers is required
• Familiarity with mill equipment, including but not limited to Okuma
• Ability to calculate shop math equations with ease
• Comfortable working with prototypes and one-of-a-kind parts
• Computer literacy is required
• Programming experience is a plus, but not required
• Proven track record with consistent employment
• Aerospace industry experience required
• Ability to use standard measuring gauges for in-process inspection
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team and results-driven environment
• Solid understanding of GD&T with ability to read and interpret drawing requirements
• Thorough knowledge of machining techniques, cutting tools, feeds and speeds, insert life
• Willingness to demonstrate on-machine aptitude
• Ability and willingness to work in a team or minimally supervised environment
• Willingness to work overtime as requested
• Creative, positive, team-player approach to work and projects alike

Princeton Precision Group abides by applicable export control laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. Most positions require access to ITAR/EAR-controlled information. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a “U.S. Person” under relevant regulations.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• Troubleshooting Skills
• CNC Programming
• AS9100
• G-Code
• M-Code
• National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program (NADCAP)
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Manual Machining Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Okuma, Doosan)