Machinist I

About the role

Setup and operate multiple CNC machine tools in low volume, high mix, job shop environment. Taking responsibility for all phases of the process from the first cut to the last completed piece. Executing work according to all safety regulations and maintaining high-quality standards aligning with ISO/TS, IRIS, AAR & CMMI requirements.

What will your typical day look like?

• Perform setup of machine tool within standard route time
• Operate multiple machine tools simultaneously
• Achieve desired productivity based on product cycle time >90%
• Navigate FANUC controls with knowledge of wear & geometry pages to ensure conformance of product
• Critically think and troubleshoot to quickly resolve problems and return machine tool to production
• Use Renishaw Probing system and perform simple functions (Easy Setting)
• Setup and Operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
• Inspect product to engineering blueprints using various gauging
• Complete and sign off FAI (First Article Inspection)
• Enter SPC (Statistical Process Control) data and adjust the process based on data analysis
• Perform TPM inspection on equipment as scheduled and complete the associated checklist
• Maintain 5S requirements in a designated work cell, performing daily 5S activities
• Support & contribute to continuous improvement – SMED, Kaizen, Fixture Design, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

What do we want to know about you?

• Able to work 1st Shift 7:00am – 3:30pm
• Preferably an associate degree in Machine Tool Technology (MTT), High School Diploma, GED, and evidence of relevant/significant work experience
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of CNC experience
• Must be knowledgeable in basic shop math: Trigonometry, Pythagorean Theorem, etc.
• Must be able to interpret and edit CNC programming
• Must be knowledgeable in GD&T, and understand identifiers (symbols), inspection methods, etc.
• Basic rigging principles, crane operation, crane & hoist inspection, and safe practices

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have the ability to plan and execute highly complex work to precision tolerances, allowances, and finishes
• Must be able to read and interpret complex Engineering blueprints, tool prints, and sketches
• Requires the ability to work without supervision

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing this job's duties, for the work shift, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an indoor manufacturing environment. The employee will work in areas exposed to production activities including but not limited to production machinery, assembly operations, overhead crane usage, and forklift traffic. The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to workplace hazards.

Mental demands

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information, and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills, and interact with other employees, customers, and vendors.

Pay

The hourly range for this role is between $22.00 – 26.00 an hour.

Schedule

1st Shift 7:00am – 3:30pm

Benefits

• Benefit coverage begins on day 1
• Benefits include medical/dental/vision as well as many supplemental options at low rates
• Life insurance and short-term disability are provided at no cost to employees
• 401k plan provides a 6% company contribution
• Vacation paid and 12 paid holidays per year