Wire EDM Machinist

Brief Description

Setup, program and control the Wire Electrical Discharge Machine. Maintain processes and work within the expected quality standards and efficiencies that are established for the EDM.

Setup, program and control the Wire Electrical Discharge Machine. Maintain processes and work within the expected quality standards and efficiencies that are established for the EDM.

• Setup, program and operate the wire EDM properly.
• Fabricate machinery parts and fixtures per given specifications.
• Produce and deliver high quality medical implant and instrument components.
• Inspect all machined parts and conduct QA activities.
• Select and utilize a variety of inspection and measurement tools like gauges and micrometers.
• Clean the wire EDM and perform preventive maintenance on a regular basis.
• Maintain a clean work area to assure a safe working environment.
• Monitor and maintain inventory stock of tools and supplies as needed.
• Set up and operate multiple Wire EDM (electrical discharge machining) machines
• Utilize various measuring instruments to inspect in-process and completed work
• Utilize measuring instruments to ensure quality conformance
• Be an engaged participant in our ISO certified process committed to continuous improvement.
• Consistently inspect and review first articles, as well as parts in process
• Identify issues and work with peers to resolve issue and prevent recurrence
• Achieve production goals on a daily basis
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Setting up, operating, and troubleshooting Wire EDM equipment
• Perform 2D Programming
• Understanding and using measurement tools and equipment for inspections, such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers
• Reading blue prints to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications
• Performing minor preventative maintenance and daily cleanup of machines and work areas
• Comparing recorded measurements to blueprint dimensions and tolerances and notify specified persons of discrepancies
• Make decisions and judgments about proper course of action for repair and maintenance.
• Maintain good safety and housekeeping practices
• Promote teamwork and show a willingness to work with other departments.
• Take initiative to find solutions quickly to problems that arise
• Demonstrate good work planning practices in order to do jobs in a very timely, efficient and safe manner
• Demonstrate self-motivation to continuously improve their job duties and tasks
• Excellent attendance record and safety record
• Uses CAD/CAM software (Espirit) to program details through EDM.

• High school or technical school diploma, milling experience is a plus, Basic wire and Basic g code. (,y,0) an equivalent combination of education and experience.