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CNC Machinist

@ Westfield Fluid Controls

Job Summary:

  • Responsible for the operation of CNC mills and lathes


Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
    • Analyzes blueprints for required tooling and material.
    • May pull required fixtures, holding devices and materials.
    • Inserts tools in tool holders or installs per-set tools in machine.
    • Sets and sharpens tools as necessary.
    • Adjusts tool travel distances.
    • Inputs required program instructions.
    • Monitors machine operations, inspects machined parts to ensure job specifications are maintained.
    • Other duties may be assigned.


Job Tasks:

  • Assess and mitigate safety and environmental risks.
  • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.
  • Determine production equipment settings.
  • Select production equipment according to product specifications.
  • Conduct test runs of production equipment.
  • Enter commands, instructions, or specifications into equipment.
  • Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
  • Perform basic equipment maintenance / housekeeping.
  • Draw guidelines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
  • Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces.


Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

  • Capable of reading and comprehending ANSI Y 14.5 prints
  • Maintain good housekeeping habits
  • Maintain program data base and CNC documentation
  • Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement efforts


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years in manufacturing environment compliant to ISO9001:2008 AS9100


Knowledge:

  • Computers and Electronics — Basic knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
  • Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
  • Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra and geometry.
  • Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
  • English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.


Skills:

  • Safety and environmentally conscious – Assess hazards and take proper steps to mitigate risks to self, coworkers, and environment.
  • ·Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  • Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • ·Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Operation Monitoring — Watching program and machine advance through steps, monitoring the progress with an understanding of the expected outcome to ensure a machine is working properly.
  • Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  • Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for existing and predictive problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Complex Problem Solving — Recognizing complex problems and related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to plans and actions of others.
  • Judgment and Decision Making — Make choices based on the consideration of the costs vs benefits of potential actions.
  • Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspecting products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
  • Time Management — Managing one's own time accordingly.
  • Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.



How to Apply:

Apply online at https://opportunities.ledfaststart.com/global/en/westfield-fluid-controls 

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Location: Lafayette, LA
Date Posted: October 17, 2025
Application Deadline: November 14, 2025
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