Machinist

Key Job Responsibilities

• Study specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualize products to determine the materials required and the machines to be used for part fabrication.
• Edit CNC programs to manufacture parts that meet drawing dimensions and tolerances.
• Determine optimal feeds and speeds for producing high-quality parts.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precise measuring instruments, such as dial indicators, gauge blocks, thickness gauges, and micrometers.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area while adhering to prescribed safety procedures.
• Assure that all shipments are accurate, meeting specification requirements, and dispatched on schedule.
• Proactively notify the appropriate supervisor of any arising problems, while developing effective work plans to keep all jobs on track.
• Conduct meticulous checks and implement necessary corrections on all parts, exceeding customer expectations.
• Accurately record data on pertinent lot cards or job traveller.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Five years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in basic computer skills to navigate business systems such as SAP, Epicor, Oracle or D365.
• Understanding of machine operating and maintenance instructions.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office products.
• Collaboration skills to work with other departments for problem-solving and implementing improvements.
• Competence in arithmetic, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Effective multitasking capabilities, enabling efficient workflow management.
• Preform Data entry ERP system for inventory transactions (job kitting) and clocking into job operations to record time on jobs.
• Effective problem solving skills for equipment operation and product processing.