POSITION SUMMARY Operate manual and CNC equipment in an in-house machine shop producing prototypes to 50 piece runs of parts for final assembly of tabletop packaging systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position reports to the Production Manager and receives direction from the Lead Machinist.

Set up CNC milling/lathe machines and run parts as needed.

Accurately read and understand engineering drawings, CNC programs, and work instructions to ensure proper setup requirements, sequence operations, dimensions, and tolerance levels of finished product.

Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers.

Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.

Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.

Inspect own work and perform quality checks to ensure conformance to engineering drawings.

Perform hand finishing including deburring, chamfering, sanding, etc. both manually and/or with pneumatic/electric tools as required.

Maintain established safety practices and cleanliness of the machining area.

Quality control of finished parts and checking against drawings to ensure conformance to specification.

Maintain quality tooling by sharpening and replacing worn tools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Knowledge of CNC set up and operation

Self-starter capable of managing a variety of tasks

Read blueprints

Must be proficient in first piece inspection, and off-set changes

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to work alone and in a team environment

Ability to work with tolerances +/- .002

High standard of attention to detail and strong quality control skills

Knowledge of machining in a low/medium volume manufacturing setting

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma required

Technical School preferred, but not required

Minimum 2 to 3 years CNC machining experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. This job operates in a Manufacturing and production/assembly environment. This role uses shop equipment, power tools and hand tools. Requires standing for long periods of time; occasional sitting; bending; lifting 25 pounds and as much as 75 pounds; frequently perform manual dexterity; exposed to dust, and chemicals.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location: In Person

WHAT WE OFFER

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Life Insurance; Long Term Disability

Critical Illness Insurance; Accident Insurance

401k + company match

Tuition Assistance

Training & Development

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Free Costco Membership

Free AAA Automobile Club Membership