CNC Machinist

**About SMC Ltd.:

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SMC Ltd. is a global healthcare contract manufacturing partner serving the Medical Device, Diagnostics, Pharmaceutical, and Drug Delivery industries. With manufacturing locations across the United States, Costa Rica, India, and the United Kingdom, we help customers bring breakthrough healthcare products to market and scale them for commercial success.

Our expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, including design and engineering, thermoplastic and medical micro molding, liquid silicone injection molding (LIM), fill finish, combination devices, complete device assembly, validation, packaging and labeling, supply chain management, quality systems, and program management.

What sets SMC apart is our ability to combine world-class manufacturing capabilities with responsive, hands-on partnerships. Our teams work directly with customers to solve complex challenges, accelerate innovation, and deliver life-changing healthcare solutions to patients around the world.

**About the Role:

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The CNC Machinist is responsible for the setup, operation, programming, and optimization of CNC machining equipment used to manufacture, modify, and repair precision mold components, tooling, fixtures, and production support equipment. This position requires a high level of machining expertise, blueprint interpretation skills, and proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks and Mastercam.

The CNC Machinist works closely with Toolmakers, Tooling Engineers, and Manufacturing Engineers to produce high-quality components that meet dimensional requirements, delivery schedules, and customer expectations. The successful candidate must be capable of independently troubleshooting machining processes, developing efficient machining strategies, maintaining equipment, and prioritizing multiple projects in a fast-paced tool room environment.

A minimum of five years of hands-on machining experience is required, preferably in a mold manufacturing or tooling environment. Strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to operate multiple machines simultaneously are essential.

**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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• Perform machine setups accurately and efficiently while maximizing machine utilization.
• Manufacture new mold components and perform repair machining on existing production tooling to support production and engineering objectives.

Work closely with Toolmakers, Tooling Engineers, and CAM Programmers to develop and improve machining processes and CNC programs.

• Participate in daily scheduling and workload planning meetings.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T specifications.

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs to improve efficiency, quality, and machine utilization.

• Utilize Mastercam and SolidWorks to support manufacturing operations.

• Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gages, indicator gages, and other inspection tools.

• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues to minimize downtime and scrap.

• Manufacture and repair mold components, fixtures, electrodes, and production tooling.

• Support engineering changes, mold revisions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist in establishing manufacturing standards, best practices, and setup documentation.

• Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and company procedures.

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

OTHER POSITION DUTIES

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• Select, align, and secure holding fixture, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, grinders and hand tools.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
• Calculate and set up controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control.
• Repair or manufacture parts to maintain all production tooling.
• Clock into jobs utilizing an ERP system.
• Document completion of all required processes in ERP system
• Troubleshoot parts when issues occur
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

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• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Secondary education and/or apprenticeship are highly desired.

• Minimum of five years of relevant hands on tooling experience.

• Proficient computer skills utilizing CAD/CAM software including SolidWorks and Mastercam.

• Experience creating, modifying, and optimizing CNC programs is preferred.

• Experience using measuring tools and gages

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work. Detail oriented.

• Ability to run multiple machines simultaneously.

• Strong written/verbal communication and analytical/troubleshooting skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, and Hearing.
• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades’ tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
• Ability to work for extended periods sitting and looking at computer while completing repetitive motions to include substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
• Subject to environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Subject to noise where there is sufficient noise to cause to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.

**What SMC has to offer?

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• Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment

• Stable schedule

• Paid holiday and PTO

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings

• Life and disability insurance

• Promotional opportunities

• Training and career growth programs

• Amazing co-workers

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful worktherefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

You should be proficient in:

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• CNC Tooling
• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Repair
• CNC Machine Installation
• Design for Assembly (DFA)
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Manual Grinder
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• CAM Software (Mastercam)
• EDM Drilling Machine
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)