Toolmaker/Precision Machinist

JOB SUMMARY

The Toolmaker/Precision Machinist is responsible for providing innovative tooling and manufacturing solutions for the various departments at CED.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Interpret and machine parts from engineering (CAD) drawings, hand sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders on prototyping and design changes.
• Check work using precision measuring tools & equipment e.g. micrometer, dial indicator, bore gages, thread gages, gage blocks, height gages, optical comparator.
• Maintain and operate manual machining equipment e.g. toolroom lathe, milling machine, drill press, saws, pedestal grinder.
• Surface grind parts with the ability to dress angles and radii on wheels.
• Surface grind tungsten carbide and refractory materials.
• Work with machine operators to supply sharpening/modification of production tooling using grinders or by hand.
• Program, set up, & run CNC vertical machining center and CNC toolroom lathe for product development and short production runs.
• Program, set up, & run CNC wire electrical discharge machine (WEDM) for product development and short production runs.
• Program, set up, & run CNC Hole Drilling EDM (hole pop).
• Perform punch press set-up and debug (small single station dies with low volume).
• Grind, sharpen, modify, and repair punches & dies for small single-station punch press jobs.
• Build & repair special jigs and fixtures with prints or verbal instructions.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned by leadership
• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

EDUCATION

• Formal apprenticeship certificate or NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills) certificate

EXPERIENCE

• 5 to 10 years in a manufacturing environment, machinist experience (aerospace/defense or prototype)

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and training in a variety of tool room machinery (manual lathes, manual mills, grinders, CNC machinery, and electrical discharge machines).
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Must be eligible to possess explosive under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices.

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 25 - 40 pounds occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently.
• Involves prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching.

PAY

CED's current salary range for this role is $30.50-39.50 / hour.

The total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program.

CED offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

BENEFITS

CED offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

SCHEDULE

N/A

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

CED is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics.