Machinist

FMI | solutions for the most extreme places in the universeFMI's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon/Carbon (C/C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as: thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles. Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles. Your Role:FMI is seeking a Machinist! As a Machinist, you will service all machining requirements including but not limited to (C/C) Carbon/Carbon products, test specimens, materials, manufacturing tooling and equipment components. This Machinist role will be at our Morin Street location and is a great opportunity to utilize manual machining experience. Job responsibilities:Repairs and fabricates metal parts by operating mechanical equipmentAssembles parts into sub-units or complete unitsUses blueprints and design sketches to ensure the proper dimensions and tolerance levels of the finishedproductTakes measurements of material and selects appropriate machine for the processSet up and operate vertical mill, horizontal lathe, manual surface grinders, manual band sawsReview and interpret engineering drawings and work ordersDetermine tooling requirements and machining processes to be appliedInspect in-process and completed work product to technical requirementsMaintain tooling and machine tool equipment in clean operating conditionProduce consistent machining of carbon/carbon productMay be asked to handle hazardous waste per hazardous waste proceduresAlign and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machinesSelect the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery workMonitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining processMeasure completed units to ensure conformance to drawing requirements using precision instrumentsUse Optical comparators with accompanying multifunctional digital displaysPerform standard data and reporting tasks to support quality and manufacturing reportingExpected to participate in Lean activities and to follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe work environmentWhat we need from you:High school diploma or equivalent and/or 2 year technical degree; preferred0-2 years of related experienceManufacturing experience requiredStrong understanding of ASME Y 14.5Able to read and interpret drawings using geometric dimensioning and tolerances, perform geometric and mathematical calculations in support of machining and inspection requirements, and use basic hand held measuring toolsExperience with manually operated equipmentLean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement experience; preferredAbility to work with a team and independently when requiredWhat you'll get from us:16 ETO days12 paid holidays (including Winter Closure!)Medical / Dental / Vision Effective on Day 1401k Company MatchTuition ReimbursementThe anticipated hourly range for this position is $25-$35 dependent on experience