Machinist 3 - Multi Channel Lathe Operator - Weekday Night Shift

The Machinist 3 operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications. Uses a variety of machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

Makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds. Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.

Fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment, and equipment required. Some machines may be numerically controlled.

May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Shift :

Monday-Thursday 3 : 30pm-2 : 15am

Reporting Relationships :

The Machinist will report to the Machine Shop Manager

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Assist in research and development type processes
• Observe and implement Lean Manufacturing methods in all job assignments
• Maintain spindle turning to maximum at all times
• Ensure parts and tools are loaded correctly and that quality is consistently maintained throughout the assignment
• Change and adjust cutters under supervision as instructed
• Learn and adhere to University Swaging policies and procedures, particularly BQMS standards directly related to the work center
• Coordinate with operations to improve productivity of work center
• Navigate Okuma / Fanuc control interfaces
• Flexible for cross training
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills / Experience :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-year machining certificate preferred
• 5-7 years of machining experience
• 5+ years of experience with multi-channel lathe or ability to demonstrate aptitude
• Familiarity with multiple spindle operations (upper / lower turret)
• Knowledge of general machining processes using a wide variety of machine tools
• Understanding of CNC type machines and the processes they use, such as set-ups, monitoring, change-outs, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of Mill-turn process, able to run, and assist programming in proving out programs
• Blueprint reading and GD&T math skills
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to read, follow, and interpret work instructions
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in research and development type processes
• Observe and implement Lean Manufacturing methods in all job assignments
• Maintain spindle turning to maximum at all times
• Ensure parts and tools are loaded correctly and that quality is consistently maintained throughout the assignment
• Change and adjust cutters under supervision as instructed
• Learn and adhere to University Swaging policies and procedures, particularly BQMS standards directly related to the work center
• Coordinate with operations to improve productivity of work center
• Navigate Okuma / Fanuc control interfaces
• Flexible for cross training
• Other duties as assigned

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5-7 years of experience
• Machinist 2-year certificate preferred

Required Skills

• Familiarity with multiple spindle operations
• Knowledge of general machining processes using a wide variety of machine tools
• Understanding of CNC type machines and the processes they use, such as set-ups, monitoring, change-outs, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of Mill process, able to run and assist programming in proving out programs
• Blueprint reading and GD&T math skills
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to read, follow, and interpret work instructions
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and, as required, train others

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $32 to $48 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors.

For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter.

Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.

Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.

S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)).

To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency.

The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e.

Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.