Purpose:
Machinist operates computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools, such as lathes and milling machines, to cut and produce precision parts for machines, instruments, and tools. A goal of this position is to ensure effective production operations and procedures optimization.
Primary Functions:
In general, but not limited to:
- Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
- Set up, adjust, and operate all the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
- Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.
- Diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repair, maintain machines.
- Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
- Program computers and electronic instruments such as numerically controlled machine tools.
- Set controls to regulate machining, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
- Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
- Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products.
- Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing.
- Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup.
- Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
- Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
- Install experimental parts and assemblies such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, and batteries into machines and mechanisms.
Critical Qualifications & Skills:
- Journeyman Machinist Certification and Red Seal.
- Apprentice Machinist Certification.
- Apprentice (1st/2nd Year) Millwright Certification.
- Journeyman Millwright Certification.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 5 years Machining experience.
- Safety Training prerequisites: Fall Protection, CSTS 09/ OSSA or BSO / CSO Basic Rigging.
- Able to work independently and as part of a professional maintenance team
- Valid Driver’s License/Clean Driver’s Abstract.
- Must be willing to do Field Service work.