CNC Machinist

Location and Company Overview Work and live in beautiful Missoula, Montana! Diversified Plastics is a profitable, growing, privately held plastic manufacturer that has been in business over forty years. It is located in one of the most livable small cities in the United States. Missoula experiences warm summer days and cool nights and offers many outdoor activities such as hiking, water sports, fishing, mountain biking, snow skiing, kayaking, and hunting. The University of Montana is also located here. Job Overview Diversified Plastics is continuously reviewing its staffing needs and hiring the most qualified personnel. Experience in the plastic industry is highly desirable for positions in the sales and production departments. We are especially interested in machinists who are experienced with CNC machines, injection molding equipment, and urethane casting. Recent trade school graduates with relevant training may be considered for entry-level positions. Responsibilities Set up and operate precision equipment needed to manufacture parts using job travelers. Interpret engineering drawings to design and make custom parts. Inspect and measure completed parts and document work processes and QC requirements. Maintain safe operations by adhering to all company safety policies and procedures. Keep a clean, organized work space. Primary Duties: For the Sales department and customers Develop part drawings. Assist with print reading, samples, and part design. Update drawings and revisions for current document control. For the Mold department Analyze all specifications from customer quotes with the sales representative to help determine the best type of tool, mold materials, and part materials for the customer. Determine if the tooling should be done in-house or outsourced. Ensure accurate mold specifications. Design mold. Interface with CNC and Mold departments on CNC programming. Be present at the set-up of the newly designed molds for production, as needed. Follow-up with sales/customer on the initial prototype and during first production run for quality assurance. Complete requisitions, obtain quotes and lead times for material and labor for molds. Update old drawings and revisions for current document control. For the Fab department Assist Fab production with part drawings, layouts, jigs and fixture drawings. Assist in CNC programming and layout as necessary. Update old drawings and revisions for current document control. Methods Research and develop new methods of processing or tooling. Determine faster and more efficient methods. Improve part performance. Find ways to lower costs. Quality Assurance Understand and implement the Quality System Manual. Work with customers to satisfy their quality expectations of our products. Respond to and complete customer compliance documents. Problem-solve to find solutions to quality problems with DPI’s products and processes. Work with personnel to correct quality problems. Help implement method changes to improve quality of our products. Track DPI’s quality standards through data entry, record-keeping, and resulting reports. Manage quality processes such as RMAs, CARs, document control, and QC documents/inspections. Conduct returns analysis annually and discuss trends with Operations Manager. Qualifications Must have B.A. in Mechanical Engineering. Prefer training in SolidWorks “Essentials” for 3D part drawings, 3-view drawing/drafting skills, and basic mold design. 1 year of CNC Machining (programming and operating) preferred. 1 year of Mastercam experience or equivalent CAD/CAM software preferred. Minimum 3-5 years of CNC Machining (programming and operating) preferred for advanced toolmaking expertise. Minimum 3-5 years of Mastercam or equivalent CAD/CAM software preferred. 4th and 5th axis knowledge preferred. EDM knowledge preferred. Must be mechanically inclined. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Detail-oriented. Safety-conscious attitude. Ability to follow direction and work well in a team environment as well as independently. Capable of learning new processes with a can-do attitude. Effective communication skills. Salary (Machinist) Salary: $25 – $33/hour ($52,000 – $68,640 per year) Salary (Toolmaker) Salary: $27 – $42/hour ($56,160 – $87,360 per year) Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Employer-paid health insurance Employer contribution to HSA Vision insurance Disability insurance Life insurance Employee assistance program Paid time off Parental leave Schedule Monday – Thursday 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 4, 10-hour shifts Essential Functions Stand for long periods of time; frequent movements of hands, wrists and arms; see objects less than a few feet in distance; lift up to 75 lbs.; twist, bend. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is completed in a quiet office. Employee is required to occasionally stand, sit, walk, use hands for typing, writing, handling papers and office equipment. Must be able to see at close distance, talk, and hear. Take the leap! We invite you to come work with us to reimagine, reinvent and revolutionize the future of plastics and manufacturing! #J-18808-Ljbffr