Production Machinist / Tool Room Machinist

We are looking for a skilled Machinist who is comfortable working from prints to create custom designed parts.
In this role you will utilize manual lathes, mills, grinders as well as general hand tools to to modify and create one-off and short run components used to support production needs.
This is a first Shift position working in a comfortable temperature controlled environment. We offer great benefits and job security. Overtime is available.
Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and repair tools, dies, and fixtures using hand tools and precision equipment
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and CAD files to determine specifications for tooling and machining
• Take precision measurements and do calculations for tooling.
• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, CNC machines.
• Ability to edit and program with G code.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with tooling and make necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize tooling designs and improve manufacturing
• Preform work using various pieces of equipment (MasterCam X9 ; ProtoTrak mills; Okuma lathe; TREE 800 VMC Mill; ProtoTrak DPM2 3-axis bed mill, ProtoTrak K3 2-axis knee mill, table saws, band saws, shear, grinders, sanders, drill press, buffers)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma, equivalent or GED required.
• A minimum of 2 years experience of tool & die, or 5+ years in precision machining environment.
• Journeyman/Tool and Die Maker Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments 9 calipers, gauges, and micrometers)
• Candidate must possess good math skills, ability to interpret blueprints and be motivated to support production needs in an efficient, timely manner.
• Good communication skills, ability to read, write and comprehend in English

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Tuition Assistance

EEOC Drug free
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
EOE - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Veterans
EOE/Drugfree