JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years experience with lathe or mill.
• Machinist works under general supervision and requires considerable knowledge of machine shop tool and equipment operation and blueprint reading in order to fabricate, repair, cut, bore, groove, or thread parts.
• Operates various hand and machine shop tools and equipment (ex. Lathe, mill, saw, drill, grinders, etc.) in order to fabricate, modify, repair, cute bore, thread, polish, or build a variety of parts.
• Has ability to read and understand simple blueprints and most inspection gauges.
• Can set proper gauges to complete task.
• Has an extensive understanding of equipment controls and functions.
• Load and unload tooling from equipment.
• Change cutting inserts when necessary.
• Any tolerances indicated on drawing are to consistently be accurate.
• Must be able to set up equipment from start to first article completion with little to no help.
• Has a thorough knowledge of programing (read, make changes, and write complex programs).
• Fix issues that surface (chatter, tool, wear, warping, speed, etc.).
• Employee will be asked to run and program different or multiple machines.
• Can determine best machine practices and processes to complete given assignment.
• Designs and constructs jigs and special tools to facilitate the machining process.
• Can machine exotic metals.
• Shows leadership qualities and meets expectations without being told.
• Personality, knowledge, and experience to help in the training of lower level machinists required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Full Time and Contract