Machine-Setup - 1st Shift Lathes

Harken, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of innovative sailboat hardware and accessories for over 50 years. We also translate our engineering capabilities into high-performance products for industry. If you have a positive can-do attitude, and thrive in a casual, but fast paced work environment, we want you!

• Set-up, check routine programs, operate and adjust automatic or semi-automatic numerically controlled machine tools and/or CNC machining equipment to perform standard or repetitive sequences of operations to meet close tolerance and finish requirements
• Recognize tool and fixture applications and proven program format
• Follow detailed part drawings and specifications regarding applications, coding, arrangements and settings
• Note and report variations from specifications
• Under supervision, assist with prove‑out of program tapes for new work or critical variations
• Recommend tooling arrangements, fixtures, operation sequence, etc.
• Make setups for and instruct Machine Operators of lower classification for previous programs
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments

• Requires a general knowledge of machine shop practices, techniques, machine operation and tooling as generally acquired through up to 2 years of experience, or equivalent
• Ability to use standard office equipment.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs, i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Publisher.
• Ability to add, sub-tract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, feel or handle objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Must be able to walk or stand on concrete for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and the ability to focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, responsibilities, duties or skills required.