CNC Machinist at Putnam Plastics Corporation in Dayville, CT

Putnam Plastics Corporation (PPC) is the industry leading manufacture of life-saving medical devices components for over 40 years. We are looking for people who want to invest in their future, the future of PPC and our PPC community. Please refer to our website at putnamplastics.com/about/career-opportunities for more information. This is a summary only. We are an EEO employer.

Summary: The CNC Machinist operates in a team environment to fabricate precision tooling, jigs, fixtures, and components used to support the manufacture of catheters, specialty tubing, specialty rods, and medical devices sub-assemblies. The CNC Machinist will set up and operator CNC and manual machine tools, interpret engineering drawings and specifications, select appropriate tooling, making machine offsets and adjustments, and inspect completed work to ensure dimensional requirements are met. The position requires the ability to work independently while following standard toolmaking and machining practices in a regulated medical device manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Sets up and operates CNC machinery, including CNC mills, lathes, wire EDM, and plunge EDM to fabricate precision tooling, components, jigs, fixtures, and other parts in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.

• Programs and generates tool path geometry and enters or modifies CNC programs to produce required part features. Utilizes CNC controls and programming software as applicable to the equipment being operated.

• Fabricates tips, dies, extrusion components, tooling, fixtures, and other specialty components using CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual lathes, surface grinders, milling machines, drilling machines, and other toolroom equipment while following prints and established machining practices

• Troubleshoots routine machining issues and makes appropriate adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and machine settings to maintain quality and production requirements.

• Performs basic machine maintenance and reports equipment, tooling, or other issues requiring additional attention.

• Works closely with Tool Room, Engineering, Production, and Quality personnel to support production requirements, troubleshoot machining issues, and meet safety, quality, and delivery goals.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma, technical school diploma, or equivalent.
• Previous experience setting up and operating CNC machinery in a production or precision machining environment.
• Experience with milling and other machining processes involving metal and/or plastic materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, safety rules, procedures, and manuals.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment including vernier calipers, indicators, pin gages, snap gages, and hand micrometers.
  • Ability to perform tool changes, work offsets, and machine adjustments to maintain part quality.
• Basic CNC troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to select appropriate cutting tools and adjust feeds and speeds based on machining requirements.
• Ability to maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Ability to reliably work 2nd shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced technical schooling in machining, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience with Okuma CNC lathes and mills.
• Familiarity with Okuma OSP controls.
• Experience with Hurco CNC mills.
• Experience with Makino Wire EDM equipment.
• Familiarity with Mastercam programming and toolpath creation.
• Experience with CNC programming and editing.
• Knowledge of cGMP/ GDP/ ISO practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to see closely either normally or with corrective lenses.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work around machine tools for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and handle tooling, materials, and machine components as required.
• Must be able to work in an environment with regular exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and moderate noise levels.