Intermediate 2 Machinist

Job Purpose

Will be directly responsible for machining quality components to stated specifications. Will be directly responsible for protecting machine tools from damage caused by “Crashes.” The position requires a high degree of independent thinking, attention to detail, and resourcefulness to translate specifications into component requirements and apply the best practices effectively. Receives guidance with difficult technical and scheduling problems. Accuracy of machined components is required. 

Job Description

• Work under limited supervision and follows written and/or verbal instructions and established procedures to perform standardized or routine tasks.  
• Effectively retrieve, understand, and adhere to QAP documentation. 
• Possess and demonstrate basic problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to use and set up technical tools and instruments required to perform product line duties. 
• Demonstrates proficiency to read, interpret drawings, technical specifications and CMM reports. 
• Ability to identify all deviations in material requirements.  
• Responsible and accountable for set-up documentation (programs).  
• Ability to utilize and provide basic explanation of fixturing and machine offsets. Understanding of how to build complex tools.  
• Ability to perform autonomous maintenance. 
• Independently responsible and accountable for quality work. 
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities in addition to key performance objectives. 
• General understanding and application of basic Lean Methodology.

You are meant for this job if:

• High school graduate or GED
• Strong mechanical aptitude. 
• Two plus years previous machining experience required. 
• Previous inspection experience required. 
• Basic PC skills. 
• Good Problem-solving skills. 
• Self-motivated. 
• Good organization, interpersonal, and interaction skills. 
• Ability to work in a team environment. 
• Accuracy and attention to detail with a basic understanding of error proofing.  
• Demonstrated adaptability to unplanned events and changing priorities. 
• Must demonstrate a willingness to receive on the job training 
• Understanding of and ability to train on 5S principles.  
• Advanced understanding of how to read and use measuring instruments.  
• Ability to read programs and perform basic editing.  
• Proficient in running machines such as a saw, basic mills, and two-axis lathes  
• Ability to train entry level machinists.

Work Environment: 

Spends 95% of the time in a manufacturing/shop environment and 5% in an office environment. Will be exposed to possible hazards including working with high-pressure equipment, working in limited spaces, high noise, inclement weather, chemicals, pressure testing, heavy lift operations and shop/field traffic.

Physical Demands:

Frequent walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing upward, crawling in limited workspaces, and repetitive lifting of components up to 50 lbs.