Machinist

Job Description
Machinist
Salary: Up to $50/hr
Location: Stratford, CT(fully on-site)
Industry: Government/Defense
Employment Type: Long term contract with potential for permanent employment
Shift: 1st shift, 4/10 (Monday Thursday)
Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. An associate degree in a related field is a plus but not required.
• 5 years of experience in a precision machining environment.
• Proven track record in creating and modifying programs using Mastercam software.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, particularly in work-holding arrangements and unusual material handling.
• Solid understanding of fabrication methods and production processes.
• Ability to perform precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and other quality control procedures.
• Strong computer skills and experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Capable of developing charts, diagrams, and standard reports for data analysis and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of activities which involve standard procedures.

• Gathers and manipulates common data, verifies adequacy and appropriateness.
• Develops charts, diagrams, and standard reports.
• Set up and operate standard electronic or mechanical equipment used to develop, produce and/or test products or process data.

• Plans the layout, fabrication, and testing of mechanical devices.
• Sets up and operates any type of precision machine tool to make original parts, tools, mechanisms, and devices for experimental purposes.
• May be required to solve problems relative to work-holding arrangement, unusual materials, machine settings, tools, product specifications, and fabrication methods for production process.
• Performs precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions for research engineers in a developmental laboratory condition. Some machines may be numerically controlled.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

EOE/ADA
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