Machinist

Job Summary:

The machinist is responsible for the manufacture of parts per print specifications in an accurate and timely manner utilizing manual and CNC machine centers. They may also make or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines.

Job Responsibilities & Essential Functions of the Job:

• Program, setup, and run variety of machine tools to manufacture parts according to specifications.
• Check all diameters and dimensions.
• Study blueprint and plan efficient way to manufacture parts.
• Use overhead cranes to lift large parts or materials safely.
• Measure parts using precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain machine shop equipment.
• Train other workers on the proper and safe operation of equipment.
• Must be able to collaborate with others (including in person) to proactively develop solutions.

Occasional Job Responsibilities:

• Perform machine maintenance.
• Assist in establishing procedures to manufacture parts more efficiently.
• Deburrs parts when time allows.

Job Requirements:

• Requires education generally equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Requires up to 3-5 years of machinist experience.
• Requires mathematical skills that require the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and perform geometrics.
• Must perform metric conversions.
• Requires good oral and written communication skills in order to interact with employees.
• Requires a strong working knowledge of Mazatrol or other machine software.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, specifications, and routings.

Physical Requirements:

Protective Clothing Required:

• The incumbent will utilize safety glasses and safety shoes in production areas.

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 this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The phrases "occasionally," "regularly," and "frequently" correspond to the following definitions: "Occasionally" means up to 1/3 of working time, "regularly" means between 1/3 and 2/3 of working time, and "frequently" means 2/3 and more working time.)

• While performing the duties and responsibilities of this position, the employee is occasionally required to sit, talk and listen. The incumbent will regularly walk, use foot/feet to operate machine, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and move from place to place; and will frequently use hands to finger, handle or touch and stand. Specific vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• During the performance of their work duties, the incumbent will be required to regularly lift up to 50 pounds such as moving parts from material storage and moving parts in and out of work area.

Tools/Equipment Utilized:

• During the performance of their duties, the employee will utilize production manufacturing equipment, measuring instruments such as micrometers, gage blocks, height gage, verniers, wrenches, hand tools, and computer assisted software.

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.)

• The employee works in a factory environment and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is loud.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that may be inherent in the occupation.

• Curt G. Joa, Inc., 100 Crocker Avenue, Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, United States of America