Machinist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or vernier calipers. Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders. Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers. Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations. Program computers or electronic instruments, such as numerically controlled machine tools. Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products. Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition. Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines. Confer with numerical control programmers to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly and that output will meet specifications. Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency. Evaluate machining procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency or adaptability. Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs. Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs. Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations. Confer with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information. Separate scrap waste and related materials for reuse, recycling, or disposal. Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled. Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics. Set up or operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, or cutting equipment. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must be good at problem solving, have good mechanical aptitude, and able to learn and understand job methods and instructions in a timely manner Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to stand for long periods of time ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: edlpackaging.com