Machinist (2nd shift)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Utilize measuring equipment such as mics, calipers, bore gages, etc. to confirm parts and or components meet print specifications to tolerances of +/-0.01mm.
• Efficiently operate all conventional manual machining equipment such as mills, lathes, surfaces grinders, cylinder grinders, drill press, etc. to modify, make, or repair parts when needed to +/- 0.01mm and select appropriate tooling and setups to achieve acceptable results.
• Analyze, modify and optimize repeat jobs for maximum efficiency.
• E ffectively apply the PDCA process to identify potential process improvements.
• Perform proper repair methods including machining, hand working, and assembly of tooling components and perishable items to restore to an acceptable quality level.
• Perform PM procedures on departmental equipment as needed.
• Accurately complete and document Annual Machine Inspection Reports.
• Participate in company and departmental activity for improvement of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Work with individual drawings as well as complex assembly prints to make, confirm, and evaluate the condition of manufactured parts as needed.
• Perform basic welding for urgent repair if applicable.
• Process parts through in-house heat treatment if applicable.
• Must support urgent work requests when no supervision is present. This may include routing the work as well as completing the work on the appropriate equipment.
• May be required to make appropriate material substitutions when specified materials are not available for urgent work.
• Record all time on jobs and track picked tooling and material to ensure data accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of an Apprenticeship Program to earn Journeyman Machinist status or a minimum of two years’ experience as a Machinist.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications listed.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Trade certifications or Journeyman’s status preferred
• CAD/CAM computer software skills preferred

Work Experience

• 2 or more years of relevant experience required

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instruction and display a high aptitude in blue print reading, math, and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to prioritize work when necessary to best support Production in the most efficient and effective manner.
• Qualified to operate a PIV and crane.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision or direction and make sound, experience based decisions.
• Ability to determine the necessary machining requirements needed to restore or make jigs, parts, or tooling upon break down or failure.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices and procedures.
• Display behavior which exhibits a positive attitude and willingness to accept change and communicate with leadership and coworkers effectively as needed.