Machinist Level 1 (Swiss Machine) Entry Level

About the role

Currently, we’re seeking a machinist to operate Swiss machines and manufacture our Bilok™ fasteners. This position requires making high quantities of a single part and making sure all quality requirements are met.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday, 3:00 am – 1:30 pm
• Monday–Thursday, 1:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Reporting relationships

The Machinist will report to the Manufacturing Manager.

Responsibilities

• Run Swiss machines efficiently to maximize production.
• Load bars and tools as needed.
• Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished work piece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Requirements

• Working with tenth tolerances.
• Capable of reading mechanical drawings.
• Familiar with a variety of measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, etc.).
• Demonstrated oral communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Preferred skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Machine Shop Trade School or Apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of general machining processes using a wide variety of machine tools.
• Experience working with Swiss machines (not required but useful).
• Understanding of CNC type machines and the processes they use, such as set-ups, monitoring, change-outs, etc.
• Know how to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Blueprint reading and basic math skills.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others.
• Basic English language skills and ability to read, follow, and interpret work instructions.
• Attention to detail.