Machinist I

MachinistMachinist Basic Scope/Purpose: The Machinist is responsible for machining parts for Fenner and/or external customer as required. Principal Accountabilities: Machinist I • Utilize all machine shop equipment included but not limited to mills, saws, lathes, grinders, and hang tools. • Adapts positively to changes to the work environment. This may include the requirement to work overtime or off-shift to meet changing demands. • Read and interpret mechanical drawings or sketches for proper construction of machined parts and assemblies. • Knowledge of various welding and cutting procedures. • Perform various metal removal operations using hand-held tools. • Maintain and properly use all equipment in the machine shop. • Ability to identify and order general shop items. • Ability to sharpen drill bits, tool bits, etc. • Accurately prepare all necessary documentation including timecards or inspection sheets, etc. • Ability to operate material handling equipment such as tow motors, hand trucks, cranes, scissor carts, etc. • Capable of using typical shop inspection equipment including optical comparator, calipers, gage blocks, micrometers, etc. • Follow general safety rules including Lock Out / Tag Out, daily clean up, proper handling of chemicals & solvents, or safety inspections as required. • Instruct other associates as required on safe operation of all shop equipment. • Keep Supervisor informed of any equipment in need of repair or other general maintenance or safety items as required. • Other duties as required. • Maintain and Promote Fenner Precision Polymers Values and Behaviors at all times. Machinist II • Ability to successfully perform Machinist I duties. • Capability of designing machined parts. • Trouble shooting/fixing equipment problems. • Fabricate machine parts using various welding and cutting procedures. • Prepare quotes for new items based on expected material and labor content determined from sketch, sample or drawings as provided by the customer. • Design or reverse-engineer parts as needed by hand, in AutoCad, or Solidworks. Typical design intent would be for proper conveyance of information for machining a required part. • Ability to design and fabricate various types of dies (stamping, punching, forming), consistent with the Tool & Die trade. • Capable of machine assembly as required for new equipment builds. Machinist III • Acting as department lead when required by doing order placements, priority adjustments, etc. • Assist with new tool design using Solidworks • Willingness and ability to train both level I & II Machinists. Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities: • Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions • Attend required EHS training • Wear the required PPE at all times • Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, work place inspections, corrective actions and safety observations • Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the work place. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present • Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition. Career Progression Opportunities: There are III levels of Machinists. Expectations are outlined above. Education and/or Relative Experience: Machinist I • High school diploma or general education degree(GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Six years working in the machining trade. Machinist II • Ten or more years working in the machining trade. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations State approved Journeyman Machinist or Tool and Die Maker CertificateEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.