Production Machinist

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Perform set up and operation of machinery (lathe and/or mill) in order to prepare metallic and non-metallic parts required in the production of products offered to MSM customers and other clients.

• Review blueprints, drawings, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of part/product, sequence of operations and/or set up requirements.
• Measure, mark and otherwise indicate the dimensions and reference points on the part or material to be used as guides for subsequent machining.
• Select, align and secure the holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines to include mills, lathes and grinders.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate various machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect any malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust the machine controls or control media as necessary.
• Verify conformance of finished part to ensure that it meets specifications.
• Confer with production personnel, supervisor or others to resolve machining or assembly issues.
• Perform daily maintenance duties and/or notify supervisor of any equipment-related issues that may require attention.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Responsible for performing dimensional inspections on in-process parts.

This job operates in an environment where the employee may be exposed to wet or humid conditions, working around moving mechanical parts.

• Forklift
• Cranes
• Tape measures
• Mills or Lathes
• PPE

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.

• Manual Dexterity
• Attention to detail, Mathematical skills
• Respect for safety

High school diploma or equivalent. Vocation training preferred or two plus years of machining experience in a manufacturing setting.

Quality Management System;

$18-22 an hour DOE

Approx. 6am-4pm, can start as early as 4am, probability of OT and possible weekend work.