Senior Machinist - C Shift - Memphis, TN

Life Unlimited . At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Senior Machinists perform job assignments on manual and / or CNC machines. Manual machine operations include set-up and tool selection of conventional lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses and other standard shop equipment.

CNC machine operations include production on lathes or mills after set-up with few machine / program adjustments. Perform on all Machinist (level I) functions plus more complex machine set-ups.

What will you be doing?

• Performs all Machine Operator functions.
• Performs frequent and complex CNC / mill and lathe setup / operations to produce quality parts based on provided specifications.
• Performs setup / operations on specialty machines.
• Recommends program changes and submits program change requests to programmers / engineers.
• Performs preventive maintenance such as inspecting / replacing fluid levels; inspecting / replacing filters and belts;

performing visual inspection; and operating a refractometer.

• Solves tooling issues by identifying productivity of tooling, evaluating tooling performance, and evaluating new tooling requirements.
• Performs routine dimensional and visual inspection of product per procedure, specification or print using basic measuring equipment (calipers, micrometer, scale, indicators, and SPC equipment).
• Maintains safety practices related to machining; (wear protective clothing, eyeglasses, as required).
• Participates in set up reduction / process improvement teams to increase process efficiencies.
• Trains others on Level I and II Machining skills through on-the-job training.

What will you need to be successful?

• High School Diploma or GED; technical or vocational certifications preferred but not required.
• 5 years of machining experience and / or completion of a trade school machine shop program
• Ability to read / interpret blueprints, measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, scales, indicators, and SPC equipment) and knowledge of tool identification.
• Successful completion of the Machine Operating Test.

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about on our website ( ).
• Your Future : 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work / Life Balance : Flexible Personal / Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing : Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility : Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training : Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks : Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.