Experienced Machinist

• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Set up, adjust, and operate manual and CNC machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
• Write, edit, and prove out CNC programs using Mastercam or at the machine control, including tool selection, work offsets, and first-article runs.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and blueprints to machine parts using turning, boring, drilling, grinding, and lathe equipment.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Monitor machine feeds and speeds throughout the machining process and make adjustments as needed.
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges; document results to ensure conformance to specifications and customer quality requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and assembly teams to resolve print issues, recommend design-for-manufacturability improvements, and support rework or modifications during builds.
• Follow all shop safety practices, including PPE, lockout/tagout, and machine guarding, and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of machining experience on both manual and CNC equipment.
• Mastercam programming experience preferred.

Under the direction of the Machine Shop Supervisor, the Machinist is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating manual and CNC machine tools to perform progressive machining operations on a variety of standardized work with close tolerances and finish requirements.