Machinist II

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what's next possible.

Standex Aerospace & Defense (A&D) segment manufactures large customized near-net-shaped metal-formed components such as fuel domes, lip skins, and other aerospace components. Our unique spin forming process is the most efficient forming process for these parts, while we also have a complementary deep draw forming process for parts with varying shapes and contours. These parts are difficult to manufacture due to their size and tight specifications. With facilities in the US and UK, our segment is positioned to serve customers in the space, aviation, and defense markets in the North American and European regions. Our deep knowledge of the forming process, combined with our multiple decades of experience, has positioned us as a critical manufacturing partner.


What You'll Do

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Machinist II is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. This role requires a strong understanding of machining processes, blueprints, and quality control standards.

Shift: 7:00AM-3:30PM; Monday-Friday


Technical Job

• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and specifications to determine machine setup, type of material or part, quantity, and finish dimensions
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the program language to identify possible errors and edit as required to improve finish requirements
• Create and modify programs directed by Engineering or Management for program development purposes
• Assemble and operate CNC machines, including 5-axis, to meet desired specifications
• Install and align machine accessories, such as cutting tools, work positioners, plates, fixtures, and shields, using hand tools and measuring instruments, or coordinating information into computer control panel
• Manipulate machine controls, such as buttons, switches, dials, levers, and pedals, to regulate and adjust cutting speed and feeds
• Make necessary offsets to maintain print/sketch tolerances and demonstrate a thorough understanding of tool pressure and wear
• Measure dimensions of finished part, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators, or check fixture
• May trim, sand, and drill parts using shop equipment
• Perform daily/weekly operator maintenance on machine equipment/tools (oil, clean, and inspection
• Accurately execute PCS (Process Control Sheets) and provide feedback when revisions are needed
• Assist Engineering with the implementation, creation, and maintenance of PCS
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs as needed
• Accomplish organization goals by actively exploring opportunities to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. (SQDC)
• Train others by openly sharing information, knowledge, and expertise with the team
• Complete job assignments as directed by Manufacturing Manager
• Attend meetings, trainings, and participate in audits as directed

Safety

• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations

• Comply with all company rules including company safety policy and all federal, state, local, and other safety regulations and practices
• Use personal protective equipment and devices provided for machinery, equipment, tools and processes, when defined in PCS, Company Safety Policy, Job Safety Analysis or Management direction
• Report all unsafe conditions, accidents and injuries immediately to management

Housekeeping

• Actively participate in 6S and lean activities as outlined by the Company
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following Company instructions
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Store and maintain tools, equipment and gauges as defined by company standards
• Keep work area clean and organized to company standards/expectations


• Daily cleaning and sweeping of work area, tools and equipment
• Empty trash and waste as needed
• Personal items removed from workstations

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum 3 years proven experience in CNC Machine Operation
• Experience in programming with G code required
• CNC Machine Tool schooling or relative experience preferred
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of understanding blueprint requirements and ability to interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Forklift experience is preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Capable of following directions
• Take responsibility for achieving production efficiency, quality of product and reports discrepant material immediately
• Demonstrate customer focus by seeking out, understanding, and responding to the needs of both internal and external customers
• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate openly and honestly with others
• Solve problems proactively and contribute to continuously improving the process/product
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working in environments with noise, heat, or dust
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.