Machinist

Job Summary

The Machinist is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating CNC machines to produce precision metal parts in small batches, including single piece prototypes, and repair/rebuilds. The Machinist will work on a variety of machines, such as vertical milling machines and horizontal lathes, ensuring products meet precise specifications set by engineering through drawings or verbal instructions.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and comply with the company's safety requirements while meeting time estimates assigned to each job.
• Set up, program, and operate various pieces of machine shop equipment with minimal supervision; machine components to high-quality standards and tolerance requirements of +/- .0005 to +/- .005 inches.
• Adjust and monitor assigned equipment to ensure dimensional part integrity.
• Deburr, buff, and/or sand parts to meet requirements to print specifications.
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally using advanced shop inspection equipment and techniques to ensure conformance to requirements.
• Complete all applicable documentation for current operations.
• Practice 6S principles daily.
• Study, understand, and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, and/or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides and prepare material for subsequent machining.
• Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials.
• Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications.
• Set up and operate machines on trial runs to verify the accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Program CNC controls, both G-code and conversational, to optimize machining processes and improve efficiency.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior machinists, sharing best practices and troubleshooting techniques.
• Confer with engineers, production personnel, and programmers to resolve complex machining or assembly issues.
• Must be flexible and willing to work in all areas of operation as directed by the supervisor.

• Strong proficiency in CNC programming, including G-code and conversational programming.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a machining environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and experience.
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle stress and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced math and measuring skills.
• Strong QC skills and ability to conduct in-depth inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with colleagues and co-workers, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a supportive, diverse team.

• High School graduate or GED equivalent.
• Post-high school technical education preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 4 years in a CNC programming and machining role.
• Experience in mentoring or leading junior machinists is highly desirable.

Full time position. A four-month 9/80 work schedule (a two-workweek schedule consisting of eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day, and one scheduled day off). Then the schedule transitions to a standard Monday through Friday workweek, with timing adjusted based on business needs.

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• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits (STD, LTD, AD&D, Life) - company paid
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Assistance
• PTO for vacation & sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Free breakfast every Friday
• On-site employee lounge - ping pong, pool table, foosball, and darts!
• The best colleagues to work with
• Plus many more!

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