Sr Machinist

About the role

The Machinist Sr. is responsible for producing precision components by setting up and operating a variety of machines in support of manufacturing requirements. This role applies advanced machining knowledge to meet quality, safety, delivery, and productivity expectations while following established procedures and engineering specifications. The role additionally involves maintaining safe, effective, and efficient work practices.

Responsibilities

• Properly set-up and operate machining equipment unaccompanied to produce parts that meet drawings and quality requirements.
• Understand blueprints, routings, work instructions, and specifications (including GD&T).
• Select, install, and adjust tooling, work-holding, and fixtures to achieve required tolerances.
• Perform inspections using appropriate gaging; document results as required.
• Maintain product quality by following control plans, inspection plans, and nonconformance procedures.
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements, including proper PPE use and lockout/tagout.
• Complete preventative maintenance like adding coolant, replacing filter paper, and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain product quality by following control plans, inspection plans, and nonconformance procedures.
• Complete preventative maintenance like adding coolant, replacing filter paper, and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain product quality by following control plans, inspection plans, and nonconformance procedures.
• Complete preventative maintenance like adding coolant, replacing filter paper, and cleaning equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and support the team by identifying opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, cycle time, and setup time. Implement identified changes and verify improvements.

Requirements

• 3+ years of related manufacturing experience.
• A high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Understands blueprints, industry specifications, dimensions, characteristics, and verbal instructions.
• Strong knowledge of mathematics.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computers, software, and CNC controls.
• Ability to maintain focus, pace, and accuracy in a production environment.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot machining and quality issues.
• Ability to perform work requiring precision, judgment, and sustained attention to detail.
• Effective communication and coordination with cross-functional team members.
• Ability to follow safety policies, quality requirements, and standard operating procedures.
• Regular attendance.

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, grasping, and fine motor manipulation.
• Routine lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs as needed (with assistance or mechanical aid when appropriate).
• Safety and attention to detail in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain and clean the work area.
• Must work with the following machines and equipment: Grinders (OD, ID, profile, surface), CNC lathes, wire EDMs, broaches, manual equipment.
• Must determine federate, spindle speeds, and depth of cut.
• Must select, install, and adjust tooling, work-holding, and fixtures to achieve required tolerances.
• Must perform inspections using appropriate gaging; document results as required.
• Must maintain product quality by following control plans, inspection plans, and nonconformance procedures.
• Must complete preventative maintenance like adding coolant, replacing filter paper, and cleaning equipment.
• Must collaborate effectively with team members and support the team by identifying opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, cycle time, and setup time.
• Must implement identified changes and verify improvements.

Skills

• Advanced machining knowledge.
• Mathematics proficiency.
• Effective communication skills.
• Computer literacy and CNC controls.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Team collaboration.
• Safety awareness.

Benefits

• Annual Incentive Program.
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.