Tooling Machinist

Job Description:

Performs machining jobs from blueprints for tooling and spare parts.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to do machining operations on mill, lathe, EDM, drill press, and surface grinder.
• Ability to quickly and accurately take measurements with micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, depth “mics”, and hole bore gauges, etc.
• Ability to operate CNC equipment.
• Ability to create programs for CNC equipment.
• Ability to efficiently read and understand complex blueprints and to perform machining operations based on those blueprints.
• Ability to evaluate work to be done and efficiently make set-ups and do machining operations to accomplish the desired work.
• Ability to skillfully and artfully use hand-finishing tools.
• Ability to sharpen and shape cutting tools.
• Performs special projects.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice, including weekends.
• Ability to have regular physical attendance per the regular shift schedule.
• Other duties as required by the Supervisor and/or other management personnel.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities:

• Maintain order and cleanliness in machining area.
• Maintain tooling for machining equipment.
• Attends weekly/monthly departmental meetings.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.

Minimum requirements (training, experience, education):

• High School Diploma or GED required. Some technical training preferred.
• Good mechanical skills. Can disassemble and reassemble mechanical equipment.
• Have some welding skills, exposure to mig, tig, and arc welding.
• Possess ability to use hand tools such as mills, lathes, and grinders.
• Possess knowledge of complex blueprint reading and assembly drawings.
• Use calipers and micrometers for dimensional inspections

Schedule:

Day Shift