Machinist II

Job Description

Job Description

Summary 

The Machinist II (MII) programs and operates a variety of CNC machine tools to perform progressive machining operations on a diversified line of close tolerance work requiring a high degree of skill and machining techniques. May set-up for and instruct less experienced Machinists, troubleshoot, and adjust.  Usually specializes in one machining discipline (Milling, Turning, VTL, or Boring Bar). 

Reports To:    Department Supervisor

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

·         Programs, sets-up and operates CNC boring bars, CNC boring mills, large CNC milling and turning machines, CNC grinders, special purpose CNC machines, etc.

·         Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces, sequence of operations and set-up requirements.

·         Using a variety of precision measuring equipment, measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.

·         Creates offline and edits CNC programs; dry run, debug and edit CNC programs at machine.

·         Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders and shapers.

·         Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media, under supervision.

·         Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.

·         Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.

·         Grinds and adapts tooling and attachments for special work requirements.

·         Works with large and expensive parts or smaller parts of a complicated nature having critical and exacting requirements as to tolerance and finish.

·         Diagnoses and rectifies tooling problems and machine malfunctions under supervision.

Competencies Required

The MII has mastered some aspects of precision CNC machining; has a knowledge of materials both ferrous and non-ferrous along with machining speeds and feeds; able to use and interpret information supplied by various measuring instruments; able to read, understand and modify CNC machining programs and able to use of forklifts, cranes and hand trucks.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; able to give instructions in a clear and straightforward manner.

Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently punctual; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments punctually.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or GED. Technical certificate from a trade school and/or more than three years of machining experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings and blueprints, instructions, schedules, procedures, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports or correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide; able to apply the concepts of algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense to execute instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Deal with complex problems involving several variables.

Computer Skills and Abilities

Ability to use CNC controls and associated computers for program transfer; ability to research drawings in drawing database program; ability to use computer software to report labor on shop orders.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, fingers, handle, feel or reach. The employee frequently is required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described 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 may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, sharp tools and edges. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electric shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.