Conventional Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Conventional Machinist  $ 30/hr-$35/hr

Department: Production Shop

Reports to: Machine Shop Supervisor

FSLA Status: Non-exempt

Preparation Date: 01/01/2024

Summary: Utilizing Conventional Machine lathe machines, the machinist shape parts from metal or plastic according to the design and specification for Non Destructive Testing systems. This involves reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches and written instructions to assemble the parts or products. To ensure quality, the machinist also looks for faulty components during the assembly process and may be required to test assembled parts or products to ensure functionality by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Operate the Conventional Machine that shape parts from metal or plastic.

• Interpret blueprints, manuals and other work instructions, according to the

designs and specifications for the Non Destructive Testing Systems produced

• Study sample parts to determine dimensions of finished work pieces and

Conventional Machine equipment setup requirements.

• Set the machine and load it with the correct cutting tools.

• Inspect work pieces throughout a production run.

• Measure and mark dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces

as a guide for subsequent machining.

• Clean and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on machines,

tooling and parts. Work safely to prevent on-the-job injuries, which includes

wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses. Inspect cutting

tools for sharpness and usability and for detect malfunctions using precision

measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial calipers, depth gages,

indicators and scales.

• Communicate with supervisors, engineers, production control employees and

other personnel for assignments, and to resolve machining or quality issues as

well.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Skills and Qualifications

• Able to lift heavy equipment using hoists, hand trucks conveyors and lifts.

• Must have knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, fixtures and other accessories

used on various machines.

• Must have attention to detail and work independently.

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and be able to follow

verbal and written instructions well.

• Having some programming experience have an advantage.

• Must be able to stand for long periods and be adaptable to a changing work

environment as well.

• Must be open to being exposed to noise, fumes and varying temperatures.

• Must be able to perform repetitive motions and must have strong finger dexterity

and food movement.

• Have basic math skills that include geometry and algebra to calculate material fabrication

Education

• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED.

• Completion of an apprenticeship and on-the-job training from a trade school

preferred

• No specific education requirements is needed to become Conventional Machine

operator machinist,

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representatives 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 use

hands to finger, handle or feel or reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.

The employee is required to stand for a prolong period of time; walk or balance

and stoop. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and

occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required

by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,

depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics descried here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to

moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles

and a warehouse setting. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or

caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level is the

work environment is moderate to usually loud.