CNC Machinist

Wagstaff Inc. is a family-owned American engineering and manufacturing leader in the global aluminum industry. With 78 years of successful industry leadership, the company prides itself on manufacturing 100% of its products at its two facilities in Spokane, Washington, and Hebron, Kentucky.

We are seeking a skilled CNC Mazak Lathe Machinist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be capable of programming, setting up, and operating CNC Mazak lathes for various types of large and small parts. As a CNC Lathe Programmer at Wagstaff, you will play a critical role in programming CNC Lathes, managing data, and optimizing our manufacturing processes.

• Setup, program, and operate CNC Lathes
• Review job specifications, drawings, and customer requirements
• Create and test unique programs
• Modify existing programs as necessary
• Setup and operate machines
• Conduct quality checks on completed work product
• Troubleshoot quality issues as they arise
• Initiate corrective action as necessary
• Uphold safety, compliance, and quality standards

• CNC Lathe Machinist will set-up and operate CNC Mazak lathes to make precision parts using best and safe practices
• Set-up and use, modify, if necessary, required fixtures, cutting tools, and work instructions to machine parts to specification
• Calculate the appropriate feeds and speeds for cutting operations required to manufacture parts to prints
• Identify and troubleshoot any problems with machined parts and assist other less skilled employees to resolve problems
• Develop a program and prove it out on the machine to get a finished part
• Evaluate tool wear and establish tool change frequency
• Perform fixture maintenance and tool replacement edits
• Perform all CNC machining processes including editing G&M codes and offsets (CNC only)
• Develop machining process instructions, tool sheets, and/or CNC machining programs as necessary and applicable to the specific machine
• Provide assistance to other departments, primarily Manufacturing Engineering, with the development of job quotes, machining processes, fixtures, and tooling
• Cross train and mentor co-workers to share skills and knowledge
• Identify and develop product/process improvements and then lead implementation of these improvements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Minimum of ten (10) years CNC Lathe experience
• Preferred experience with Mazak 5-axis Integrex
• May substitute two (2) years of experience for Associate of Arts degree in Machining Technology
• May substitute one year experience for accredited trade or vocational machining certificate
• Demonstrated ability, understanding, and experience to guide raw materials through all available processes, and end with a finished product that conforms to all specified requirements
• Understand the machining properties of multiple types of materials such as steel, cast iron, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and composites
• Familiar with operation and maintenance of machines and tooling
• Ability to machine parts to precise specifications
• Ability to use the capability of the CNC control to develop CNC machining programs (CNC only)
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings for proper applications of tolerances, fit, and process control
• Proper use of precision measuring instruments including calipers, machinist protractors, radius/thread gauges, and micrometers
• In-depth knowledge of Wagstaff product lines and processes
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor other employees
• Experience utilizing MRP systems for accurate job reporting and assignment of jobs

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, machinery, and equipment, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing some job duties, there is a risk of electrical shock and other risks associated with a manufacturing environment.

Job duties may require work in high, precarious places, work in outside weather conditions, and exposure to extreme temperatures in some cases. The noise level in the working environment is often loud. Because of this environment and associated risks, use of job appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing is required.

The physical and mental requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment at Wagstaff is dependent on successfully passing a company-paid drug screening and background check upon hire.

Wagstaff, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.