Conventional Machinist

Responsibilities and Duties

• Plans how operations will be performed on the machine. This includes part holding and alignment, proper tooling.
• Read and follow complex blueprints and sketches, make machine and tooling adjustments for a wide range of parts, operate both part and tool probing for accurate measurements, along with a variety of precision measuring instruments to verify exact tolerances and finishes.
• Performs required mathematical computations. Run through involved tooling and process readouts to verify program readiness.
• Performs other related duties such as making layouts, performing incidental bench operations, grinding and setting tools for special machining configurations.
• Assists other machinists in set up and/or training as required.
• Assists Maintenance personnel in maintenance and servicing of the machine.
• Performs minor maintenance and servicing of machines such as cleaning and oiling machines.
• Operates crane, forklift and other power equipment.
• Furnishes own hand tools necessary to perform duties.
• Performs other duties as may be required. Follows appropriate handling and disposal of hazardous waste in compliance with JHA Regulations. Knowledge of applicable Safety Data Sheets(SDS).

Qualifications and Skills

• Prefer completion of two to four years Trade or Technical School, or equivalent, requiring use of advanced shop mathematics, together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas, and a wide variety of precision measuring instruments.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years' experience preferred, but will train someone with CNC Machining experience willing to learn.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged Standing
• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, twisting
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• A Hand and Eye Coordination

Knowledge and Abilities

• For protection of self and others, performs all work in accordance with established safety practices and facility safety rules.
• Produces quality on time parts and complies with ISO 9000 requirements.
• All personal tools will follow company RPI calibration requirements.