Manual Machinist

Job Summary

Using conventional manual machines and tooling, e.g., Bridgeport mill, lathe, etc., fabricate parts and components to predetermined specifications and dimensions, and apply knowledge and expertise to modify existing parts and components to meet specifics needs

 Responsibilities 

• Review example parts, drawings & instructions to ensure familiarity with parts requirements. 

• Measure, calculate, interpolate & extrapolate dimensions to ensure part conformity. 

• Select appropriate machines & tooling and plan the required sequence of machining operations to ensure part quality and maximum productivity. 

• Set up machine and machine parts consistent with best practices and industry standards. 

• Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damage. 

• Provide applicable technical insight and guidance to junior Machine Shop personnel and other interdepartmental personnel as circumstances require. 

• Maintain accurate accounting of inventory tag status, location and quantity. 

•  Manages rework and/or otherwise disposition non-confirming inventory. 

• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications  

• Able to: 

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals & other technical documents. 

• Lift 50 lbs. unaided. 

• Walk & stand for approximately 8 hours per day in a climate controlled shop environment. 

• Able to function at a high level of productivity without regular oversight. 

• 5 years of applicable experience. 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 

• Computer proficiency. 

Competencies 

• Action Oriented – Action oriented & not fearful of acting with a minimum of information 

• Customer Focus – Dedicated on meeting the expectations & requirements of internal & external customers; talks & acts with customers in mind. 

• Dealing w/ Ambiguity – Effectively copes with change; decides & acts without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; can comfortably handle risk & uncertainty 

• Learning of the Fly – Learns quickly when facing new problems; versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes & failures for clues to improvement. 

• Planning – Accurately scopes out length & difficulty of tasks & projects; breaks down work into the process steps; anticipates & adjusts for problems & roadblocks; evaluates results. 

• Problem Solving – Uses logic & methods to solve problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems.