Machinist A - 3rd Shift (1428)

Machinist A (Lathe) - 3rd Shift

EPTAM Precision Plastics is looking for a Machinist A (Lathe) - 3rd Shift to join our team in Northfield, NH. Join us as we create devices being used in all facets of the medical industry. Our parts are seen in the following areas including; biopharma, molecular diagnostics, robot assisted surgeries, implantable devices, and much more. We look forward to sharing more about how we help the world around us. Since its founding in 1981, EPTAM Precision Plastics, a Northfield, New Hampshire-based company, has been a leader in solving the most difficult challenges in plastic component manufacturing and CNC machining.

EPTAM Plastics is the largest North American manufacturer of machined plastic products and assemblies. The professional team comprises over 285 engineers, production specialists, and dedicated quality control experts. The FDA-registered, ISO 13485 center also features comprehensive automated inspection. With 10+ probe and vision coordinate-measuring machines (CMM), EPTAM Plastics can support you with metal-to-plastic conversions, material design support, and design for manufacturability using FMEA practice. EPTAM Plastics is the leader in complex multi-axis plastic machining using 3-, 5-, and 7-axis machine centers, CNC turning, Swiss, milling, routing, sawing, and drilling. We believe that the key to our success is combining world-class machining with our world-class metrology. Partnering those components with our proven processes and exceptional team help us bring the best to our customers and the world.

EPTAM Solutions our parent company. with locations nationwide is at the heart of manufacturing. We have manufacturing locations nationwide. We recognize our parts touch lives, and our teams assume this responsibility with vigor. Our minds never sleep.

Benefits Include:

• Professional Development/On the Job Training
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Clean, Friendly, Safe Work Environment
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Tuition Re-imbursement
• Competitive Pay/Merit Increases
• 401k w/ Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule

3rd Shift 11:15PM to 7:15AM (Sunday through Thursday)

There is an additional 20 % Shift Differential for this 3rd Shift position

This Machinist A Position is in our Lathe Cell

POSITION SUMMARY: The Machinist - A is primarily responsible for the following:

• Completing all set-ups, regardless of difficulty level, and operating equipment as designated, to meet production requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complete complex set-ups of equipment, and/or program development in a timely and efficient manner to prepare for production run.
• Collaborate cross-functionally during NPI process to determine proper set-up and operating procedures.
• Make suggestions regarding tooling, fixtures, etc. to increase efficiency and provide ideas to improve operations.
• Load/feed machine as required to produce finished product.
• Maintain production flow as required to meet established schedules.
• Perform first piece and/or in-process inspection for dimensions of parts produced and maintain documentation as required.
• Keep count of parts and maintain accurate records in ERP, as well as other supporting documentation.
• Follow specifications and procedures for manufacturing, i.e., production checklist, work orders, operator instructions and set-up notes.
• Ability to recall CMM program(s) and properly identify the required fixturing referenced within.
• Operate CMM machines as required to produce the finished product.
• Ability to save and interpret reported CMM data, while ensuring the integrity of the recorded information.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to modify and adjust computer programs as directed by SGL or Programming.
• Identification of quality problems in materials and taking the initiative to correct.
• Properly utilize evacuation system to minimize exposure to hazards.
• Provide accurate and complete turnover from shift to shift.
• Good housekeeping, safe work ethics, and conducting self in a professional manner.
• Proper handling of all materials, parts, and equipment to prevent damage and loss of finished product.
• Represent the company, as required, during customer, internal and ISO audits, as well as FDA inspections.
• Understand the sensitivity of the data handled by systems under your control and take appropriate measures to protect it.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• EDUCATION : High School diploma, general education degree (GED) and/or trade school graduate preferred.
• EXPERIENCE : 5+ year(s) experience in a manufacturing environment, setting-up and operating manual and/or CNC equipment, equivalent combinations of education and experience accepted OR demonstrated ability to execute the Essential Functions for this position. Internships and PT experience acceptable.
• LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND/ REGISTRATIONS : None