Machinist

About the role

The Machinist is responsible for setting up and operating manually controlled and/or CNC machines; skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints
• Uses gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
• Uses precision tools, machinery and equipment such as lathe, vertical milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, chop saw, band saw, push and pull broaches and a variety of cutting tools and equipment
• Fabricates and shapes parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics and composites
• Properly and safely selects, aligns, secures and removes holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines
• Recognizes, deploys and uses inserts, fixtures and tooling
• Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
• Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend change or modifications for efficiency and adaptability to setup and production
• Ability to track parts and jobs into the vantage system
• Utilizes and abides by ISO requirements and safety procedures
• Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 3-5 years machinist experience preferred
• Commitment to safe, quality workmanship
• Ability to accept and apply instructions in various formats
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and other employees
• Successfully complete Work Steps assessment

Benefits

We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, and may also experience frequent bending, reaching and lifting of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Employee will perform tasks while experiencing numerous interruptions. Hours are normally first shift, but weekend, holiday and evening work may be required according to your department's needs. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high. Required travel up to 10%. This position is considered a safety sensitive position.