Toolroom Machinist

About the role

Humphrey Products Company, a Kalamazoo-based manufacturer of fluid control valves and precision control components, seeks a Toolroom Machinist to join their Tool room Department. The initial training schedule will be Monday–Thursday, 6:00 am. to 4:00 pm., transitioning to a regular schedule of Tuesday–Friday, 6:00 am. to 4:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Reading blueprints and creating parts as defined from raw material.
• Define the process steps required to complete products with minimal input from others.
• Setup and operate typical toolroom equipment such as manual lathes, mills and grinders.
• Select appropriate cutting tools and associated speeds and feeds based on materials, etc.
• Determine and apply appropriate measuring equipment and gauges to verify work done.
• Self motivated with solid decision making and problem solving skills to complete projects.
• CNC lathe and mill experience, and CNC programming is a major plus.

Requirements

• At least five years’ experience in a toolroom environment.
• Should include the following capabilities:
• Reading blueprints and creating parts as defined from raw material.
• Define the process steps required to complete products with minimal input from others.
• Setup and operate typical toolroom equipment such as manual lathes, mills and grinders.
• Select appropriate cutting tools and associated speeds and feeds based on materials, etc.
• Determine and apply appropriate measuring equipment and gauges to verify work done.
• Self motivated with solid decision making and problem solving skills to complete projects.
• CNC lathe and mill experience, and CNC programming is a major plus.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED.

Skills

• Strong reading and comprehension skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in using toolroom equipment such as manual lathes, mills and grinders.
• Experience with selecting appropriate cutting tools and associated speeds and feeds.
• Knowledge of determining and applying appropriate measuring equipment and gauges.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• CNC lathe and mill experience, and CNC programming skills are a major plus.

Benefits

• Willingness to work in a team-oriented environment.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The initial training schedule will be Monday–Thursday, 6:00 am. to 4:00 pm., transitioning to a regular schedule of Tuesday–Friday, 6:00 am. to 4:00 pm.

Note: Final schedule may vary based on department needs.

Flexible scheduling is available upon request.

Contact

To apply, please visit www.humphrey-products.com.

Humphrey Products Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ISO 9001:2015 Registered Company.