Principal Machinist

Machinist (Level 2)

Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions, a global leader in Industrial Coating Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Machinist (Level 2) to join our team. As a Machinist, you will be responsible for making production machined parts and tools by using precision CNC computer equipment and manual equipment. You will operate, do basic set up, make offset adjustments, set and exchange tooling, perform quality checks while maintaining a best-in-class nature of the equipment and tooling to enhance our abilities to produce parts on time and within specified tolerances. You may also have responsibility in creating and editing programs for new parts for testing. Once parts are produced you will be responsible for inspecting the parts verifying all necessary critical dimensions are within specified ranges/targets. This is a highly skilled role. The role also requires a high level of attention to detail to ensure quality production and reliability in attendance to ensure our on-time delivery to our customers stays at world-class level.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow established work instructions and company procedures to ensure safe, quality production.
• Ability to set up tool registers, mills, lathes, drills, Bridgeport, switches, offsets, and intermediate programing CNC computerized equipment for defined runs with limited supervision or assistance.
• Ability to run and set up Swiss tool machines and twin spindle lathes
• Ability to run and set up pallet changers and horizontal mills and vertical mills.
• Responsible for routine machinery maintenance and running visual tests on broken or worn parts while keeping inventory of machine replacement parts.
• Understands flow of production and how their production affects plant metrics and customers.
• Fluent and well versed in blueprint interpretation and title block GD&T and capable of determining key and critical characteristics.
• Ability to utilize calipers, gauges, indicators, micrometers, and other hand tools related to the occupation.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines in the assembly process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Cross-train to on other equipment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Certificate in machine shop technology or technology/machinist - preferred associates degree
• 2-3 years of experience in a machining environment beyond post secondary or trade school education required
• Recognized apprenticeship may be required.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, communication and computer skills.
• Strong understanding of mathematics
• Strong communicator and team player
• Ability to work independently and high attention to detail.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• The employee must consistently lift and /or move up to 75 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is consistently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions is a global team that works to create industrial coating solutions that help our customers improve their manufacturing process, produce better products and become even more competitive. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.