Machinist

Setting up and operating Bridgeport machines, reading blueprint and work with close tolerance.

• Verify conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as; micrometers, or fixed or telescoping gauges
• Following job orders, or blueprints to determine dimensional or finish specifications, sequences of operations, setups, or tooling requirements
• Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools
• Install tools in spindles
• Change worn cutting tools, using wrenches
• Position and secure workpieces on tables, using bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices
• Move machine controls to lower tools to workpieces and to engage automatic feeds
• Turn valves and direct flow of coolants or cutting oil over cutting areas
• Establish zero reference points on workpieces, such as at the intersections of two edges or over hole locations
• Lift workpieces onto work tables either manually or with hoists or direct crane operators to lift and position workpieces
• Perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, or screws, using power tools or hand tools
• Verify that workpiece reference lines are parallel to the axis of table rotation, using dial indicators mounted in spindles
• In an effort to meet and exceed quality standards of our customers, working weekends and overtime is required based upon business needs

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Must be knowledgeable of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Monitoring gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
• Controlling operations of equipment or systems
• Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Using mathematics to solve problems
• The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position
• The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions
• The ability to quickly move your hand together, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
• The ability to see details at close range
• The ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects of 10-15 pound weight capacity

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical