1st shift EDM Operator

Position: 1st shift EDM Operator-I
Build Your Career as an EDM Operator in a High-Precision Manufacturing Environment!

Join a team that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who enjoys hands-on work and wants to grow in a precision manufacturing setting.

Job Summary

Operate one or more Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM) or similar equipment to specifications, following standard charts and manuals, applying knowledge of electrical-discharge machining process and methods, electric currents and circuitry, metal properties, and shop mathematics, to shape metalwork pieces that adhere to extremely tight tolerances.

Role and Responsibilities

* Operate designated machines and equipment to meet blueprint specifications.

* Run production per schedule.

* Read blueprint and job order for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of parts to be processed.

* Use blueprint data to measure parts processed from Wire, Sinker and EDM Drill.

* Verify proper parts and fixturing are being used.

* Verify dimensions of finished work piece for conformance to specifications using optical/digital comparator, Micrometer, Caliper, gage blocks and or gage pins or other required equipment.

* Communicate with co-workers, members of other shifts, technical leader, team leader and/or supervisor to transfer and receive instructions and information.

* Perform In-process inspections.

* Assist in investigation of Nonconforming Material.

* Implement continuous improvement activities.

* Perform ERP system transactions.

Qualifications

* Prior manufacturing experience desired.

* Must have very strong oral and written communication skills and be able to follow written and verbal instructions. Mathematical and mechanical aptitude.

* Ability to meet deadlines.

* Good manual dexterity and ability to use measurement and inspection tools like micrometers, microscope, etc.

* Good work habits, attendance adherence, strong workmanship and a positive attitude are required.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

* Frequent performing repetitive work.

* Occasional lifting (max. 40 lbs.)

* Occasional carrying (max. 40 lbs.)

* Subject to physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.

* Constant safety glasses

* Constant full PPE in clean room

* Frequent standing

* Occasional sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching.

What We Offer:

* On-the-job training and advancement opportunities

* Competitive hourly wage + shift differentials (2nd & 3rd Shift)

* Great benefits like health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401K and much more.

* Paid time off, sick time and holiday pay

* Employee Assistance Program/ Tuition Reimbursement

M-F 7:00AM-3:15PM