Machinist 2nd Shift

Machinist

Smart people.

Smart ideas.

Smart choice.

A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people's lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what's possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials — this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you'll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You'll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career.

Primary Objective

Perform machining operations in accordance with MTS Machine Shop procedures and work instructions. Utilize documentation and skills to provide parts and assemblies to internal and external customers that meet quality and schedule requirements.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Perform set-ups in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required or apparent.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work area

2. Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to:

• Interpret MTS machining prints and meet print requirements.
• Machine Shop routing system.
• Inspect and verify dimensions to required accuracy.

3. Perform machining operations in the following manner:

• Provide constructive feedback to area supervisor on quality issues, trends and workload. Exhibit willingness to help resolve issues regarding schedules and priorities.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work overtime and to meet demands of other workstations.
• Interact and communicate effectively with all colleagues, including supervisors. Display ability to work as a part of team.
• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner. Identify safety hazards and involve appropriate parties to resolve.
• Initiate creative and/or innovative ideas and demonstrates willingness to implement them.

4. Cross Training Expectations

• Machinists are expected to learn multiple disciplines within the machine shop, including but not limited to: CNC Lathe and Mill, Cylindrical Grinding, Surface Grinding and Manual Mill and Lathe.

5. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two-year certification from college or trade school and four years applicable experience in a machine shop environment, or eight years' experience in a machine shop environment
• Must understand and apply advanced machining knowledge
• Machining tolerances and measuring equipment, tooling selection, machine setup and operations
• Common machining symbols on MTS prints
• Understanding of material characteristics and proper machining techniques
• Ability to edit CNC G-Code and M-Code through conversational software and CAD/CAM software for CNC operators or ability to run multiple manual machines
• Ability to manage multiple machine offsets and tool offsets for CNC operators

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

Compensation Information:

$30.00 - $36.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Plus $1.10 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift.