Machinist

Job Description

We are growing! We are looking for positive individuals with an eye for detail and who enjoy using machines to create small batch and custom one-off parts. As a machinist, you will be a key member of a machining team, typically working standard 8-hour shifts with occasional overtime during peak production periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to produce precision parts
• Performs Lathe operations (turning, boring, threading)
• Performs Milling operations (drilling, tapping, boring, etc.)
• Performs quality inspections to ensure part accuracy
• Interprets blueprints and specifications for manufacturing
• Collaborates effectively with team members
• Sets up and adjusts machines as needed
• Maintains safety compliance during all operations
• Accurately records project information and time on project documents
• Operates Fork Trucks
• Lifts, tightens, adjusts and/or secures heavy objects to perform work duties
• Keeps work area neat and clean

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in machining
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in CNC machining and manual machining
• Strong blueprint reading and precision measurement skills
• Experience in machine setup and quality control
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Demonstrated teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety compliance
• Familiarity with TRAK Lathe and TRAK Mill machines a plus
• Ability to lift 50lbs and adequately carry out a range of physical labor

Other Key Skills

Self-Motivated

Ability to foster good employee/employer relations

Intermediate mechanical aptitude and hand-eye coordination

Ability to adjust vision focus to see part details

Understands the properties of metals and plastics with respect to their machining properties

Can operate dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices