Sr. CNC 5 Axis Machinist / Programmer

Hendrick Motorsports

Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262

Hendrick Motorsports a leader in the auto racing industry is currently seeking a Sr. 5-Axis CNC Machinist / Programmer.

Job Summary:

• Tasked with creating and revising programs for CNC machinery.
• Candidates must understand and interpret complex technical drawings and translate them into executable CNC programs.
• The role demands a high level of precision and attention to detail to ensure that machine outputs meet exact specifications and quality standards.
• Candidates must have simultaneous 5-axis machining experience (which involves moving a cutting tool or workpiece along three linear axes and two rotational axes at the same time during cutting).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read, interpret, and program CNC 5-Axis machines with data from technical drawings or specifications.
• Create or modify 5-axis CNC programs for production runs including entering instructions, setting tool registers, and calculating requirements.
• Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
• Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
• Stop machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.
• Check to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
• Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.
• Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.
• Monitor machine operation and control panel displays and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
• Clean machines, tooling, or parts using solvents or solutions and rags. Also responsible for cleaning the shop and ensuring safe housekeeping on an ongoing basis.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments.
• Set, monitor, and modify tolerance levels and cutting speeds to produce the component or part to specification.
• Inspect produced components or parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Must be able to use tools, such as lathes, mills, cutters, and grinders as needed to perform required requested work.
• Siemens NX software and programming highly desired.

Desired Work Experience:

• 8+ years

Education / Experience:

• Must be a team player and effectively utilize strong communication skills with others in the department and organization.
• Requires extensive knowledge of hand tools, drill press, grinders, and other machine shop equipment

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills are required.
• CAD skills or experience with similar software programs preferred.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.

Verbal and Writing Ability:

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf.