What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Setup Machinist (Monday to Friday 2:00pm to 10:30pm) position at Prismatik?
Essential Functions:
- Sets up machines in accordance with job prints and specifications to very close tolerances.
- Produces basic precision items beyond the capabilities of production machine operators.
- Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
- Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications; utilizes precision instruments including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, bore gauge, depth micrometer, and other inspection equipment as needed.
- Sets up, adjusts, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
- Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Studies sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
- Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
- Lays out, measures, and marks metal stock in order to display placement of cuts.
- Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Operates all common machine shop equipment and hand tools skillfully.
- Works from prints or drawings to produce a variety of items.
- Follows all safety rules regarding machine operation and proper guarding.
- Follows all lock-out/tag-out procedures when machines must be shut down for repairs.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Education and Experience:
- Graduate of technical school, full apprenticeship program, or completion of in-company four-year training program to satisfaction of plant training committee, preferred.
- Minimum five (5) year set-up experience as a machinist.
Pay Range: $23.00/hr to $25.00/hr
Salary : $23 - $25
