What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist, Vertical Mill 2 - Weekend/Swing Shift Part-Time position at FM Industries?
THIS POSITION IS FOR Weekend Swing Shift Part-Time, Saturday and Sunday, 12-hour shift from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:
The CNC Vertical Mill Machinist II is responsible for setting up and running repeat or proven part(s) with
simple to intermediate complexity with direction from the area Lead or Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Responsible for utilizing shop paper procedures, including updates, signatures and stamps, counting
quantities, labeling, and non-conformance-related activities.
• Read blueprints, tooling instructions, and standard charts for specifications.
• Provide technical assistance, guidance, and instruction to operators and lower-level machinists as
required.
• Ensure an accurate router accompanies all work orders.
• Inspect and measure parts to maintain statistical process control charts.
• Assist the Lead person as needed.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust
machine controls as needed. Alert the Lead or Supervisor to any issue(s) on the job or machine.
• Able to recognize machine deviation versus cutter or work holding problems and alert lead or
supervisor.
• Meet job standard times consistently and communicate to the lead or supervisor when not.
• Monitor and replace cutting tools in machines and equipment as needed.
• Test the operation of the tool to ensure proper function and performance.
• Ensure company procedures and “best machine practices” are being followed and are in place at all
times.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations, Company policy, and
accepted safe work practices.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
• Completion of the Machine Tool Technology program is preferred.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Must be reliable and have excellent attendance.
• 3-5 years’ work-related experience
• Enrolled in vocational education or a four-year formal apprenticeship preferred.
• Basic knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of blueprint reading, GD & T
• Basic knowledge of accepted inspection practices
• Demonstrated ability to operate computer numerical control machines.
• Ability to read blueprints to ensure accuracy in part-making.
• Ability to speak basic English language.
• Knowledge of Shop safety practices and use of PPE
Provide outstanding manufacturing solutions and services that consistently exceed customer expectations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:
• Standing for extended periods of time, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, or bending to the
floor.
• Lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds.
• Visual acuity: near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints,
and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts.
• Frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:
• Regularly exposed to moving equipment and mechanical parts
• Physical hazards while working near moving equipment and mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids.
• Possible breathing of fumes, odors, dust, and mist.
• High noise levels from operating machines.
• The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to
hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes,
gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit)
