Machinist

General Summary and Purpose:

The Machinist is a core team member of the Machine Shop Department. The Machinist is responsible for producing or modifying key components for use in HUMM and Stirling Ultracold freezer production. In addition to production work, the Machinist is responsible for producing fixtures requested and designed by the Engineering team. The Machinist will also assist the production team with any setbacks or problems that may arise during the workday to avoid a line-down situation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, and operate manual machines (lathes, mills, saws, hones, drill presses) and CNC machines (mills, lathes) safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, chatter, tool wear, and dimensional drift; adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain exceptional surface finishes and dimensional accuracy called out by the drawings tolerances.
• Understands Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T) and the value of precision measurement.
• Ability to read complex drawings (Solidworks) and blueprints.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as calipers (vernier, dial and digital), micrometers, air gauges and dial indicators.
• Has basic knowledge of the assemblies that are being created with machined components and how they operate.
• Completes any necessary work and records accurately and in a timely manner to the Shop production tracker.
• Notifies Team Lead when quality issues arise.
• Works to maintain a SAFE and CLEAN work environment with exposure to coolants, oils, noise, and moving machinery (proper PPE provided and required).
• Proficient in reading/writing G-code and familiarity with CAM software (e.g., Fusion 360).
• Use CAD software to create and modify parts and fixturing.
• Understanding of metal properties, heat treatment states, and corresponding optimal cutting speeds and feeds.
• In addition to normal production demand, supports Production and Engineering in tooling and fixture development.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.