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What they do
A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.
$49,786 / year median in Pennsylvania
-0% projected decline
Job Description
STS Technical Services is hiring a Traveling Machinist in Spring City, Pennsylvania, to support advanced CNC machining and precision manufacturing operations.
This role is designed for an experienced machinist who can take ownership of complex parts, independently develop and optimize CNC programs and solve difficult machining, tooling, fixture and dimensional challenges.
Position Overview
The Traveling Machinist serves as a technical resource for demanding CNC machining work, including advanced multi-axis applications.
This position owns the machining process from initial programming and setup through prove-out and production release. The Traveling Machinist will also support less-experienced machinists, troubleshoot complex production issues and contribute to improvements involving equipment, tooling and machining processes.
Responsibilities Develop CNC programs for new and complex components
Optimize existing CNC programs to improve machining performance
Support advanced multi-axis machining work
Take ownership of machining processes from initial setup through prove-out and production release
Read and interpret complex blueprints and engineering drawings
Apply GD&T requirements during programming, setup and machining
Develop tooling and workholding strategies
Design machining setups for difficult or non-standard components
Troubleshoot CNC programs, tooling and fixtures
Identify and correct dimensional and machining issues
Use precision measurement equipment to verify part quality
Apply shop mathematics to machining and inspection requirements
Perform root cause analysis on complex machining and quality issues
Develop permanent solutions for recurring production problems
Mentor CNC Operators and Machinist I and II team members
Provide technical guidance when standard machining methods do not resolve an issue
Support the evaluation of new machining equipment
Evaluate CNC controls, tooling and related technologies
Identify and support improvements that increase machining efficiency, safety and capability Qualifications Extensive hands-on CNC machining experience
Expert-level CNC program development skills
Strong CNC troubleshooting experience
Experience with complex and advanced machining applications
Ability to independently develop machining programs and setups
Advanced blueprint reading skills
Expert working knowledge of GD&T
Strong tooling and workholding knowledge
Ability to troubleshoot machining, dimensional and quality issues
Experience using precision measurement equipment
Strong shop math skills
Ability to perform root cause analysis
Ability to work independently on complex machining assignments
Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to other machinists
Strong problem-solving skills About STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.
Apply Today
If you have advanced CNC machining and programming experience and are comfortable taking ownership of complex machining challenges, apply today to join STS Technical Services as a Traveling Machinist in Spring City, Pennsylvania.
Equal Opportunity Employer
STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.
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