Machinist Job Vancouver area,Washington USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Machinist 4A

Machinist 4A

Salary Range $23.32 - $30.86 Hourly Level Experienced

Description

At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond advanced engineering equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.

Summary:

A Machinist operates a variety of machines, including milling machines, grinders, and lathes, to produce precision metal parts. Responsibilities include reviewing prints, calculating where to cut, determining speeds, and planning the sequence of operations. Machinists must also be able to detect problems through sound and vibration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Ability to work to production schedule and due dates
Set up and operate a variety of machines safely and efficiently
Ability to hold tight tolerances (+/-.002)
Intermediate print reading
Understand and calculate feeds and speeds
Make routine decisions affecting the functional area of responsibility
Participates in Continuous Improvement efforts
Maintains safe and clean work environment
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge -

LEAN Principles

Skills -

Proficiency in operating:

Basic Manual Mill
Basic Manual Lathe
Basic CNC Mill
Basic CNC Lathe
Straddle Mill
Corrugation Mill

Proficient in operating radical drills

Skilled in performing layout and mold layout work

Familiar with basic heat treat functions

Able to read and interpret tape measures with accuracy up to 1/16 of an inch

Proficient in using broach and keyseater machines

Capable of reading and accurately using various gauges

Competent in cleaning, deburring, and hand grinding parts

Proficient in basic inspection department procedures

Demonstrates safe operation of cranes, including proper use of chains, slings, and magnets for rigging, as well as forklift operation when required

Abilities-

Ability to foster and work within a team environment

Actively participates in safety programs and complies with all Columbia safety policies

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to simultaneously work on multiple projects at one time

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Displays attention to detail and consistently follows Standard Work Instructions (when available) when completing tasks

Demonstrates the qualities of a "Team Player" by accepting new responsibilities and filling in for other employees when needed

Self-motivated and has the ability to work with supervision

Communicates well with peers, supervisor, customers, vendors, and other departments

Actively participates in 6S and other Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts

Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or GED required

Vocational or technical training preferred

College credit in machining or equivalent experience preferred

Pass the Machinist Speeds and Feeds Test

Pass the Basic CNC or Manual Test

3-5 years of experience preferred