Machinist/CNC Machinist Day Shift

Machinist

Set up, programs and operates the manual and CNC lathes and CNC mills, performs high precision prototype work and production work, and performs equipment maintenance as needed. Must also be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures, rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Machines various parts using the CNC milling machines, manual and CNC lathes, and other metalworking machines
• Consults with Optics Shop Manager and Engineers on job details and specifications
• Machines high precision prototype parts with minimal input, making corrections as needed
• Uses blueprints and/or job orders to ensure the proper dimensions and tolerance levels of the finished product
• Analyzes a variety of specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools
• Makes tools and fixtures needed to produce parts, ensures the proper fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and cutting tools to be used
• Writes CNC programs with programming software, determines machines, sets up tooling, and sequences of operations necessary to produce machined parts
• Assists in training others as needed
• Recommends changes as needed
• Must be able to decipher different types of material and their properties
• Minimal grinding experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fluent in CNC programming software
• Able to operate a manual lathe and mill
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and sketches
• Perform algebraic, trigonometry, geometry, conversions and complicated mathematical calculations
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operations and maintenance of CNC mills and manual and CNC lathes
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operation and maintenance of manual mills and/or lathes, drill press, and hand tools
• Demonstrate and practice a detail-oriented approach to work. Organize and prioritize work, Use reasoning and good judgment
• Work effectively with time and production restrictions. Work without direct supervision
• Must be able to measure and inspects as needed

Credentials and Experience:

• Three or more years as a CNC Machinist
• Two or more years CNC programming experience
• One or more years technical experience with prototype machinist work using mills and lathes
• One or more years Technical Machinist training

Special Requirements:

• Willing to work extended hours when necessary
• Willing to work weekends when necessary

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Use eyesight for all aspects of the job daily
• Operate CNC mills and lathes, manual mills and lathes, drill press, hand tools, computer, grinder, saws, precision fabrication equipment, measuring tools and hand tools as required
• Manipulate tooling, equipment, materials and sharp objects safely in order to maintain, repair and change tooling and materials in machine
• Bend as is necessary to lift, lower, push, pull or operate and maintain equipment and accessories
• Effectively transport tooling, equipment, materials and sharp objects safely within the department
• Safety glasses are worn to prevent eye damage
• Ear plugs and gloves are also provided
• Exposure to minimal fumes from alcohol and acetone
• Safety equipment is provided
• Must have prior safety training

Physical Classification of Job:

Heavy Work: The ability to lift up to one hundred pounds with assistance occasionally and up to fifty pounds frequently, due to the weight of machinery and materials. This position requires standing to a significant degree in order to operate machinery safely.

IDEX Materials Science Solutions, a Unit of IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer