Gundrill CNC Machinist - Night shift

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering located in Rochester Hills, MI has an opening for a full time Gundrill CNC Machinist for our night shift. If you want to be part of a great team in a fast-paced growing company, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for! Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefit package, competitive wages, 401k plan, paid vacation, paid holidays, education reimbursement program, and corporate sponsored team-building events.  

Shift:  4:00 p.m. - 2:30 a.m. M-F,  Saturdays 5 hours (some flexibility in shift times)

Eligible for 8% shift premium for night shift

Summary of the Position: 

The Gundrill CNC Machinist is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC gun drilling machines to produce  injection molds according to engineering specifications and quality standards. This position requires a strong understanding of machining principles, blueprint reading, tooling, machine setup, and inspection methods to ensure accurate and efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC gun drilling machines to manufacture injection molds.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Select, install, and adjust cutting tools, fixtures, and machine parameters.
• Monitor machine operations and make program or offset adjustments as needed to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Measure and inspect molds using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and height gauges.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, machine performance, part quality, and production efficiency.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain proper coolant, lubrication, and filtration systems.
• Maintain production records, quality documentation, and job setup sheets.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve manufacturing processes and productivity.
• Assist in training less experienced machinists and operators as needed.
• Follows and supports all quality, safety, and environmental standards applicable to the job

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC gun drilling machines.
• Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, or similar CNC controls.
• Knowledge of deep-hole drilling processes and tooling.
• Taurus and/or UNISIG experience a plus
• Knowledge of injection molds a plus
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and production reporting.
• Must maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Must be able to be physically onsite to work
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds, be able to view computer screens and paperwork at close distance, distinguishing letters and numbers,

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled/Drug-Free Workplace

Notice To Third Party Agencies:

Hi-Tech does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Hi-Tech Mold and Hi-Tech will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.