Machinist

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating all Machine Shop equipment for producing parts for new and existing machines, assembly jigs, and other needed parts. Ability to sharpen dies and modify existing tooling and parts. Responsible for maintaining the machine shop, tools, and stocked material.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned)

• Program and operate the CNC, manual mill and lathe in the Machine Shop.
• Assist in designing tooling and dies; review drawings, inspect new and sharpened dies.
• Read detailed engineering drawings and follow GD&T.
• Track and Reorder stock material as needed.
• Train and mentor new employees on equipment.
• Fabricate and/or order new parts.
• Assist in designing tools and fixtures needed for production and preproduction.
• Service and maintain all machine shop equipment (routine maintenance).
• Work with Development, Manufacturing, and Automation engineers on projects.
• Assist with designing or modifying equipment.
• Write Machine Shop Procedures. Maintain maintenance program. Write procedures and add any new procedures into the system, review and notify production when maintenance is due on any machine.
• Regular attendance.
• Abide by all safety and security rules set forth by the company and regulatory agencies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

•  Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings and schematics
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to work with standard and metric units
• Good eye and hand coordination
• Ability to explain complex information in an understandable language
• Detail oriented with attention to accuracy
• Deadline oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Flexible in responding to procedural changes and department/ employee needs and issues
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve problems by gathering necessary information to make effective resolutions
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Creativity and ability to envision equipment and processes needed for new products
• Initiative and self-directed

This position requires the physical ability to:

• Frequently remain in a stationary position for long periods of time
• Occasionally move between buildings and offices
• Frequently operate a computer and other office equipment
• Constantly and successfully communicate with employees and managers in person, discern and convey emotion, and understand and exchange accurate information
• Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Constantly recognize detail, inspect documents and product, observe behavior, and recognize potential violations or hazards
• Frequently manipulate small parts and operate large equipment