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Manufacturing Summary:

The Master Machinist operates all types of manufacturing machines to fabricate parts to a high precision or tolerance. The machinist loads parts in the machine, cycles machine and detects malfunctions in machine operations, such as worn or damaged cutting tools. The position runs prototype, single part and production lots, communicates with teammates regarding runs, and maintains a safe, organized and clean work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop CNC programs for part and component manufacturing.
• Program control instructions and dimensions into machine control units to start operation.
• Calculate machine speed and feed ratios, and the size and position of cuts.
• Measure and perform inspection on parts to verify accurate CNC programs.
• Troubleshoot CNC programs, machine malfunctions and error messages.
• Communicate with appropriate persons immediately upon discovery of potential problems and work to solve problems promptly and logically.
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and threading operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Proficient in operating manual mill and lathes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED and/or Technical School Graduate with concentration CNC Mill and Lathe operations or industry recognized certification.
• Minimum 8 years of experience.
• Prefer operating 5 axis CNC, lathe and mill, machining stainless steel.
• CAM system experience required. Feature CAM preferred.
• Employed conducts background check, drug screening, and e-verification.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Proficient in use of micrometer, indicators, and calipers.
• The ability to set up and run a limited number of shop machines.
• Must understand shop math/algebra/trigonometry.
• Able to read, write, and have a working knowledge of English, due to the nature of the job.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Conceptual skills.
• Process improvement.
• Verbal communication.
• Functional and technical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Tooling.
• Coordination.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Schedule:

Full-Time Salary:

$25.60 - $37.00 per hour. DOE All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, disability (including pregnancy), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. For instructions on how to apply, please click on the green "apply" button.