Manual Machinist

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Position: Manual Machinist

Location: Montville, NJ

Job : -B-R

# of Openings: 1

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace three years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive!

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Manual Machinist

This position is primarily responsible for the set-up/ operation of various types of machine shop equipment inclusive of, but not limited to, manual and CNC Engine Lathes, Bridge ports and Grinders to produce complex tools, fixtures and diversified products in a safe, effective/efficient manner to meet operational requirements. This expertise will be applied in a proactive manner utilizing best practices when conducting documentation review, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, equipment set-up/operation and component inspection related activities.

The incumbent must be an individual who can multi-task and perform various machine shop related activities which are to be conducted in a manner that complies with company requirements (i.e., regulatory, safety, administrative, etc.). This position requires effective interaction with a broad spectrum of people within the organization to successfully support operations and the corporate strategic vision.

• 5+ years of related experience involving set-up/operation of precision (high tolerance), machine shop equipment (Aerospace mfg. environment preferred)
• High School/(GED) Diploma or Vocational/Technical school equivalent
• Self-motivated individual who possesses the ability to analyze, organize, plan, multi-task and achieve results through effective interaction with others
• Possess math skills required to effectively and efficiently read, interpret documents (i.e., blueprints/technical drawings, operation/tool/set-up sheets, procedures, ECN’s, routers, etc.). Ability to interpret various types of graphs and data used in problem solving, SPC, monitoring of performance metrics, etc.
• Demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills required for interacting with all levels of personnel within the organization
• Ability to set-up and operate machine shop equipment in a effective, efficient, safe and consistent manner
• Knowledgeable in the areas of Lean Manufacturing concepts, employee training, GT&D practices, interpretation of machine shop documentation (blueprints, ECN’s, operation/tooling sheets, routers, etc.), inspection methods, effective utilization of measuring equipment/instruments, root cause investigations, troubleshooting, and performance metrics
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values, strategic plan and vision
• Must demonstrate creative thinking as it relates to machine shop, inspection and assembly and test fixture manufacture and design input.
• Must be a US Citizen

• Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with individuals, both internal and external to the Marotta organization (as required).
• Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping and company policies/procedures to ensure compliance to all regulatory and internal system requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels internal and external to the organization
• Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, etc. and support actions to drive company initiatives/goals
• Assist in the training of personnel to perform required technical tasks (as directed)
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Ensure that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to conditions typical of a manufacturing/machine shop environment, including, but not limited to: fluids, fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise and vibration
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot…