Machinist I (Manufacturing)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Machinist I will be responsible for the following:
- Machine parts to specifications using tools such as vertical turning lathes and milling machines
- Read blueprints, drawings, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work
- Perform dimensional layout on all machined parts to confirm conformity to prints and other routing instructions. Ensure applicable documentation is complete ie sign off on job card, SIS (Source Inspections Sheets) etc, and computer entry
- Load and touch off tooling applicable to program
- Identify multiple surface finishes
- Deburr and stamp parts to specifications
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, jaw attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
- Maintain a clean work area to include emptying waste container, used oil, sweeping chips, replace broken pallets
- Read job card and determine product to be produced, instructions, specifications, actual machining time, quantities, etc.
- Adjust machine offsets ie wear, geometry, cutter comp, workshift, etc.
- Observe all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and all safety rules / requirements such as machining guards, lifting techniques, slips and falls prevention, etc.
- Operate assigned machine (lathe, Mill) independently with little to no guidance to include applicable set up
- Run multiple types of machines
- Operate all machine tools as required
- Use advanced trade mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings,
- Specifications and all varieties of precision measuring instruments
- Complete all other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution
- Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds physically able to perform labor, prolonged periods of standing, bending, or kneeling to meet the requirement of working in the parts warehouse to put items on the shelf for storage
- Work in a constant pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, bending and other physical activities
- Adapt to constantly evolving work requirements in a team environment
- Work overtime, weekends and holidays, as required
- Ability to read and understand instructions; quality control; and safety
- Effective verbal, written communications skills
- Basic math and computer skills
- Ability to read, evaluate and respond to product specifications and drawings
- Comfortable with various types of metal cutting machinery (mechanically inclined)
Competencies:
- Safety focused
- Service-oriented
- Business focused
- A self-starter
- Dependable
- Strong teamwork skills
- Results oriented
- Sense of urgency
Cooper Machinery Services is an equal opportunity employer and gives all qualified applicants consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, any other characteristic protected by law.
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