Machinist Machine Operator

The Machinist will be responsible for performing difficult machining operations on replacement parts, diagnosing machine problems, adjusting intricate mechanisms and machines, and installing maintaining, and repairing a wide variety of complicated machine tools.

Machinist Responsibilities:

• Follows safe working procedures.
• Manages the activities of his/her assigned projects.
• Plans and estimates machine shop activities.
• Creates layouts for and performs machine operations with CNC-based machining equipment.
• Performs mechanical alignment using precision tools.
• Performs benchwork.
• Performs tool grinding operations.
• Maintains required records and documentation.
• Must know when and who to ask for help.
• CNC programming and modifying programs.
• Plans stock inventory and requirements.
• Makes recommendations to the Manager to create, modify, and/or upgrade machinery and support equipment.
• Works in conjunction with the Manager in planning work and determining techniques to be used.
• Devotes less than 20% of time to activities other than those described above.

Machinist Qualifications:

• Machinist certification and/or Associate’s Degree
• Minimum 3 years’ machinist experience
• Master Cam experience preferred – or ability to quickly learn it is a priority.
• G-Code experience preferred – or ability to quickly learn it is a priority .
• Waterjet cutting experience preferred – or ability to quickly learn it is a priority.
• Cmm and laser measuring experience preferred – or ability to learn it is a priority.
• Ability to clearly communicate ideas and information orally and in writing, in one on one and group situations, meetings, and conducting presentations.
• Accepts and delegates high levels of responsibility for processes affecting the organization’s long-term welfare.
• Deals effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Performs to a high level of self-discipline and ethics to protect the company’s interests.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, material specifications, orthographic drawings and reference planes
• Ability to judge and hold tight specifications.
• Able to work from sample parts.
• Identify and select proper type of metals for job.
• In depth knowledge of national and international material-, drawing- and tolerance- standards
• Commitment to high quality standards
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the ability to access and handle ITAR ‘Technical Data’ as defined by 22 CFR § 120.33 is an essential function