Machinist

Position Summary

This unique role works in a prototype machine shop environment and understands how to set up small or one-off custom part runs in an efficient manner. The Machinist will help us set up and operate a new 3 to 5 axis VMC and must have some experience with Mastercam, SolidCAM or similar. The machinist will also need some experience with Southwestern’s TRAK mill and lathes. The position applies GD&T, reads shop prints, interacts and communicates with engineers and scientists, and operates machinery and equipment in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment in a safe manner
• Perform housekeeping tasks as necessary to maintain a clean and safe work area
• Notify supervisory personnel if a nonconforming condition is disclosed
• Perform tool proofing of first run jobs and give feedback to programming to ensure run efficiency and accuracy
• Understand and apply optimal workholding techniques
• Work with other operators as required to ensure optimum setup
• Analyze and solve manufacturing problems with a high level of skill
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures established by the company
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and/or calipers
• Identify nonconforming parts using precision measuring instruments
• Set tooling and apply offsets
• Using tooling and material data, calculate surface footage to machine components

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have a training school background plus 3 to 5 years in a prototype machine shop using manual machines, or 5 to 10 years in a prototype machine shop
• Experience setting up and operating a 3- to 5-axis VMC
• Experience with Mastercam, SolidCAM, or similar CAM software
• Experience with Southwestern’s TRAK mill and lathes
• Requires working knowledge of controls and instrumentation, conceptual skills, functional and technical skills, attention to detail, good verbal communication skills, and ability to use good judgment
• A strong understanding of GD&T and be able to read shop prints
• Able to interact and communicate with engineers and scientists

Physical Requirements

• Frequent use of computers with repetitive keyboard and mouse activity and manual dexterity
• Ability to operate hand and power tools for long periods
• Ability to regularly lift 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

About Nusano

Nusano is a privately held physics company working to stabilize supply chains, advance American national security, and enable once-in-a-generation innovations in fields ranging from healthcare to nuclear energy. Nusano is commercializing platform technologies for radioisotope production, stable isotope enrichment, and advanced separation techniques. Together, these proprietary systems and methods are poised to supply the fight against cancer and help fuel the nuclear renaissance. Our team of innovators — bring curiosity, ingenuity, and heart to solving some of the world’s hardest problems.