Senior Machinist

Responsibilities

• Follow established work instructions and company procedures to ensure safe, quality production.
• Set up tool registers, mills, lathes, drills, Bridgeport, switches, offsets, and perform complex CNC program editing on computerized equipment for defined runs with limited supervision or assistance.
• Read and edit G-code programs.
• Run and set up multiple types of equipment, including Swiss tool machines, twin spindle lathes, multi-axis VMCs, pallet changers, and horizontal mills.
• Perform routine machinery maintenance, run visual tests on broken or worn parts, and maintain inventory records of machine replacement parts.
• Understand production flow and its impact on plant metrics and customers.
• Detect malfunctions in equipment and non-spec parts, and provide corrections.
• Interpret blueprints and title block GD&T; calculate dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and precision instruments (calipers, gauges, indicators, micrometers, etc.).
• Communicate status and updates of the machining group to other departments.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines in the assembly process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Lead cross-training and new hire training activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility: Indirect through training new associates.

Requirements

• Certificate in machine shop technology or technology/machinist—preferred associate degree.
• 5+ years of experience in a machining environment beyond post-secondary or trade school education.
• A recognized apprenticeship may be required.

Skills

• Strong analytical, communication, and computer skills.
• Strong understanding of mathematics.
• Strong communicator and team player.
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Consistently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Consistently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to sit; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required: None or minimal.