Machinist/Mill Operator

Job Title:

Machinist (Mill)

Reports To:

The Machinist will report to the Mill Manager

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Mill Manager, the Machinist assists with the set-up and operation of both vertical and horizontal Mills that are used to fabricate metallic parts. The Machinist must be familiar with a variety of CNC concepts, practices, and procedures with the ability to work with minimal supervision once assigned tasks

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Assist with completing Mill work orders to complete Production needs

· Perform Mill maintenance as needed and maintain records accordingly

· Assists with performing complex machining operations on CNC Milling machines

· Must have extensive knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerances

· Must be able to read and interpret drawings effectively

· Assists with determining the best CNC Milling practices as needed

· Must be able to verify conformance of finished work pieces to specification, using precision measuring instruments

· Must be able to produce quality parts in a timely manner

· Will conduct precise measurements using tools such as a tape measures, micrometers, calipers, indicators, etc.

· Will perform general cleaning, such as sweeping the floor around his/her assigned area, emptying large waste containers, moving/sorting material, etc.

· Assists with setting-up Mills by installing and adjusting chucks, miscellaneous tools, various attachments, etc., that are necessary to complete CNC Milling processes

· Assists with programing Mills by entering data, including (but not limited to) zero and reference points, setting tool registers, offsets, etc.

· Must be able to properly use cranes for overhead lifting purposes

· Must abide by safety protocols at all times

· Other duties as needed/assigned

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred

· 1-2 years’ experience with CNC machines preferred

· 1-2 years’ experience in the machining industry with a knowledge of fabrication, mechanics, drafting, and other related fields preferred

· Previous Forklift experience preferred

· Ability to walk and stand on concrete surfaces

· Ability to stand for long periods of time, reaching, lifting, and bending

· Lifting/pushing objects weighing over 50 lbs. on occasion

· Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

· Must pass a pre-employment background check

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person