Machinist III

Job Description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and understand drawings and blueprints, and fabricate the parts to required tolerances, including a strong understanding of geometric tolerances.
• Follow standard job travelers and adhere to pre-determined best practices.
• Hand tap and chase threads.
• Run manual vertical Bridgeport style mills for manufacture of components and parts.
• Turn components and parts on a manual lathe.
• Surface grinding of components and parts on manual and CNC surface grinders.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes and make program modifications as needed.
• Write programs for CNC mills and lathes using the machine interface and external software.
• Operate Wire EDM machines and make basic program modifications as needed.
• Write programs for Wire EDM machines using the machine interface and external software.
• Have a strong mathematical knowledge to calculate basic angles and distances.
• Properly check machines for correct alignment and setup.
• Properly dress grinding wheels and tools as required.
• Measure component and part dimensions with a variety of measuring tools.
• Calibration and maintenance of measuring tools.
• Identify proper machine function and perform maintenance when required.
• Work with engineers and designers in cooperation when designing, building, and fabricating machines.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Lead and instruct others in the proper use of machines in tool shop.
• Must be able to work well and cooperate in a team atmosphere.
• Maintain a safe and clean workstation while having a safety conscious mind set.
• Performs other Duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in a technical field and minimum 10 years of experience in a machine manufacturing role, or an equivalent combination of experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• Able to read and understand engineering technical drawings and prints.
• Advanced component and part measuring skills including but not limited to, machinist levels, dial calipers, internal and external micrometers, dial indicators, tri-mics, bore gauges, and gauge blocks
• Advanced manual machining skills required.
• Advanced CNC and Wire EDM skills required.
• CNC programing skills required via machine interface and external software.
• 3D CAD software knowledge required.
• Solid Works Preferred
• CAM Programing software knowledge required.
• MasterCAM Preferred.
• Strong mechanical machine systems understanding a plus. (Bearings, Gears and Gear Boxes, Cams, Linear Slides and Actuators, Belt and Chain Drives, Punch Tooling, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Cylinders and Valves)
• Basic electrical and pneumatic machine control understanding a plus but not required.
• Familiar with job travelers.
• Ability to interface with individuals with diverse backgrounds at varying levels of the organization.
• Familiar with TPM, preventative maintenance, and other maintenance improvement techniques.
• Strong communication skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Microsoft based products required.
• Knowledge of window production machinery a plus but not required.

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life.

Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

• Three comprehensive Medical plan options Prescription Dental Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid Holidays
• 401k…