EDM Machinist II

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Full Time Micro-Tronics INC, Tempe, AZ, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Micro-Tronics is seeking an EDM Machinist II to join our team. In this role, you will set up and operate Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM) to support secondary operations and produce complex, high-precision components. This position requires hands‑on experience with EDM machining, a solid understanding of blueprints and GD&T, and the ability to troubleshoot and maintain quality in a production environment. You will play a key role in supporting operational excellence through quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Routine interactions includes coworkers, Quality, Engineering, and Planning departments.

• Set up and operate EDM equipment (including Wire EDM and/or Small Hole, if applicable)
• Manufacture electrodes and fixtures to support machining processes
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T to ensure accurate part production
• Perform in‑process inspections using precision measuring tools
• Troubleshoot non‑conformances and adjust tooling or machine controls as needed
• Apply knowledge of machine capabilities to optimize processes
• Record production data including setup/run times and part quantities
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks and maintain equipment performance
• Recommend tooling and fixture improvements
• Deburr, clean, and package finished parts
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment (5S standards)
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve issues

• Cost
  - Setup Time: demonstrate ability to meet or exceed posted department setup time reduction goals.
• Quality
  - Scrap Rate: maintain a scrap percentage rate of less than 750 PPM.
• Delivery
  - On Time: complete tasks within the assigned timeframe.

• Assist other departments as needed.
• Attend company meetings.
• Implement process improvements.

• Minimum 4 years’ work experience, trade school, vocational education or apprenticeship required.
• Minimum 2years’ experience in EDM machining.
• Practical experience with conventional machining, desirable.
• Ability to use manual inspection tools required.
• Practical application of machine shop mathematics.
• Exposure to basic CAD/CAM, desirable.
• Experience in WEDM and Small Hole, desirable.

• High School diploma, or GED required.
• Trade school, vocational education, or 4‑year apprenticeship with 3‑years work experience acceptable, in lieu of High School diploma or GED.
• College course work, desirable.

• Critical Thinking and Analysis
• Problem Identification
• Problem Solving
• Communication

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of reading and comprehending documents
• Must possess strong attention to details
• Ability to solve problems independently and with others
• Willingness and ability to accept and employ changes

• Operational Excellence
• Loyalty, Honesty and Respect
• Positive Company Culture

• Long periods of standing/and or walking
• Repetitive motions with wrists, hands and fingers
• Ability to lift/push objects up to 25 lbs
• Use of hand tools

At Micro-Tronics Inc, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings…