Machinist

About the role

The Machinist operates machine tools to produce precision metal parts. This role is part of the Kollmorgen team in Radford, VA and works on a weekend shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC lathe and CNC milling machine to perform various machining operations.
• Chase threads to different class fits, inside or outside diameters, and turn tapers to specified angles.
• Perform all setups on machines using special fixtures and improvised methods to hold and align workpieces.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine machining methods and sequences.
• Select, recommend, and advise on the type of tooling needed for machining operations.
• Check feeds and speeds necessary to machine parts, ensuring adherence to close tolerance and dimensional requirements.
• Perform first-piece inspections and sharpen or replace ordinary tooling as needed.
• Report any defective material or unusual conditions to the coordinator.
• Coordinate with other machinists and supervisors, communicate with buyers/planners for material needed, and lubricate and clean equipment.
• Keep work area orderly and adhere to prescribed safety rules.
• Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
• Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Machine Technology or equivalent certification/experience.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain very close tolerances (.0003 or better).
• Self-motivated and capable of completing tasks without supervision and within time limits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of progressively difficult machinist experience.
• Experience operating and setting up CNC multi-axis lathe/mill machines.
• Experience operating CNC lathes and CNC milling machines.

Skills

• Programming CNC machines.
• Machining operations.
• Setup and alignment of workpieces.
• Quality control and inspection.
• Tool selection and maintenance.
• Design and modification of fixtures/tooling.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA).
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance.
• Paid Leaves.
• Tuition Assistance.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is a weekend shift role, working Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on 12-hour shifts.