Machinist 2 (Ledbetter Location)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all engineering instructions, standard operating procedures, and departmental procedures.


• Perform machine set-ups on manual lathes, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and Waterjet machines for all programs and part types, including production and/or engineering parts with light assistance.


• Perform typical machine shop operations to support the assembly floor.


• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.


• Perform preventative maintenance on machines as required per P.M. charts.


• Conduct visual inspections of machines for damage or wear.


• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings for all processes and programs.


• Train incoming Operators and Set-Up Technicians.


• Verify gage calibration.


• Perform machine fixturing for all set-ups.


• Identify and properly use all tooling, including understanding names and functions.


• Assist other departments as necessary with management approval.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:


• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Experience:


• Minimum of 5+ years of experience working with CNC machining.


• Skills:


• Proficiency in standard measuring tools, including but not limited to:


• Micrometers (O.D. & I.D.)


• Calipers


• Bore Gages


• Protractors


• Height Gages and Micro-Height Gages


• Molds


• Optical Comparator


• Depth Gages


• Familiarity with CNC programming/languages and the ability to create and edit programs.


• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.


• Strong mathematical skills.


• Knowledge of machine safety practices.


• Understanding of machine lubrication per operation manual specifications.


• Personal Attributes:


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.


• Accountability and integrity in all actions.


• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.


• Professionalism when interacting with customers and colleagues.


• Strong work ethic with a focus on reliability, attendance, and punctuality:


• Be ready to work at the start of the shift and remain until the end.


• Be punctual for all appointments.


• Remain on duty until properly relieved when required.


• Customer-focused mindset: respectful, courteous, and friendly demeanor.


• Positive representation of the company through ethical behavior and adherence to policies and procedures.

       Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• The employee is frequently required to stand for an extended period of time.


• Walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.


• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.


• Required to work in a shop environment which may include hot or cold temperatures, humidity, high noise levels and hazardous fluids such as coolants and lubricants.


• Willing and able to machine and handle a wide variety of materials, including but not limited to, Fiberglass Composites, Plastics, Metals and other Alloys.