Machinist; Swiss Lathe

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Programs and operates the Tsugami Swiss Lathe, CNC lathes and CNC mills; performs prototype work and production work; performs equipment maintenance as needed; familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

• Machines various parts using the CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, and other metalworking machines
• Identify new equipment upgrades and assist in bringing tools in house and online
• Consults with Optics Shop Manager and Engineers on job details and specifications
• Machines prototype parts with minimal input, making corrections as needed
• Uses blueprints and/or job orders to ensure the proper dimensions and tolerance levels of the finished product
• Analyzes a variety of specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools
• Makes tools and fixtures needed to make, ensures the proper fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and cutting tools to be used
• Writes CNC programs with programming software, determines machines, sets up, tooling, and sequence of operations necessary to produce machined parts
• Assists in training others as needed
• Recommends changes as needed
• Must be able to decipher different types of material and their properties
• Minimal grinding experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Fluent in Tsugami Swiss Lathe operation and programming
• Fluent in Master Cam, Partmaker
• Experience with machining and measurement of tolerances < 0.0001”
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and sketches
• Perform algebraic, trigonometry, geometry, conversions and complicated mathematical calculations
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operations and maintenance of Tsugami Swiss Lathe
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operation and maintenance of manual mills and CNC Lathes, drill press, and hand tools
• Demonstrate and practice a detail-oriented approach to work. Organize and prioritize work, Use reasoning and good judgment
• Work effectively with time and production restrictions. Work without direct supervision
• Must be able to measure and inspects as needed

• Five or more years as a Tsugami Swiss Lathe Machinist
• Two or more years Tsugami Swiss Lathe programming experience
• Ten or more years technical experience with prototype machinist work using mills and lathes
• One or more years Technical Machinist training

• Willing to work extended hours when necessary
• Willing to work weekends when necessary

• Use eyesight for all aspects of the job daily
• Operate Tsugami Swiss Lathes, CNC mills, manual mills, drill press, hand tools, computer, grinder, saws, precision fabrication equipment, measuring tools and hand tools as required
• Manipulate tooling, equipment, materials and sharp objects safely in order to maintain, repair and change tooling and materials in machine
• Bend as is necessary to lift, lower, push, pull or operate and maintain equipment and accessories
• Effectively transport tooling, equipment, materials and sharp objects safely within the department
• Safety glasses are worn to prevent eye damage
• Ear plugs and gloves are also provided
• Exposure to minimal fumes from alcohol and acetone
• Safety equipment is provided
• Must have prior safety training

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals…