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ABOUT US

K&D Plastics – Under New Management - is a major supplier of custom injection molded plastic products produced for a wide range of customers. Founded in 1968, K&D Plastics is committed to exceed customer expectations through the teamwork of our dedicated staff of plastics professionals who place a high value on creativity and innovation while leveraging our AS9100 certification. K&D is the ideal choice for products with close tolerance and demanding cosmetic requirements.

POSITION SUMMARY: CNC MACHINIST/ CNC PROGRAMMER

We are looking for an experienced CNC Machinist / Programmer to set up, program and operate CNC machinery.   Employee must have intimate knowledge of the machines capabilities in order to optimize performance while determining the optimum tool path.  Machinist / Programmer will work with production and engineers to develop the most efficient process while maintaining 100% tolerances of the finished product per the blueprint.  Responsible to perform troubleshooting on part inaccuracy and must work diligently to find the best resolution.  Works on productivity improvement based on program and tool path simplification while utilizing feed/speed as well as fixture design.  Must perform work in a timely manner with respect to schedule and quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• CNC programming, setting up, operating, and editing CNC Machines with Mastercam version 13 and 14


• Load and unloading machine


• First Article Inspection


• Assist in the design of fixtures 


• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in CNC set-up, complex and production work with exacting tolerance.


• Proven experience in Mastercam version 13 and 14 and an understanding of Feed & Speeds.


• 5 Axis machining experience and experience with a DMS 5 Axis router.


• Experience with a Fagor controller.


• Capable of programming own work on Mastercam and holding close tolerances.


• Can use and understand inspection tools and interpret blueprints.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Able to work with little supervision while meeting or exceeding production goals.


• Able to conduct own set up and 1^st article.


• Ability and desire to work overtime and weekends as required.


• Basic computer skills.


• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with CAD-CAM systems


• Bi-lingual in Spanish/English.

Excellent wage and benefits, including medical, dental, life, 401K plan and paid vacation.  Company paid medical benefits for employee and hourly rate of $16 to $20 depending on proven experience on our machines.  No Relocation is available – Only local candidates or self moving candidates will be considered. 

Located near I35 and US82 in Gainesville, TX only a 30 to 40 minute drive from Denton, Frisco, Lewisville, Coppell, Keller, or Sherman so why fight the Dallas rush hour when you can drive 70 mph against traffic?  . 

Interested candidates should apply online through Monster.com. 

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