Machinist 2 (Ledbetter Location)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all engineering instructions, standard operating procedures, and departmental procedures.
• Perform machine set-ups on manual lathes, CNC lathes, CNC mills, and Waterjet machines for all programs and part types, including production and/or engineering parts with light assistance.
• Perform typical machine shop operations to support the assembly floor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines as required per P.M. charts.
• Conduct visual inspections of machines for damage or wear.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings for all processes and programs.
• Train incoming Operators and Set-Up Technicians.
• Verify gage calibration.
• Perform machine fixturing for all set-ups.
• Identify and properly use all tooling, including understanding names and functions.
• Assist other departments as necessary with management approval.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience working with CNC machining.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in standard measuring tools, including but not limited to:
• Micrometers (O.D. & I.D.)
• Calipers
• Bore Gages
• Protractors
• Height Gages and Micro-Height Gages
• Molds
• Optical Comparator
• Depth Gages
• Familiarity with CNC programming/languages and the ability to create and edit programs.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of machine safety practices.
• Understanding of machine lubrication per operation manual specifications.
• Personal Attributes:
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Accountability and integrity in all actions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Professionalism when interacting with customers and colleagues.
• Strong work ethic with a focus on reliability, attendance, and punctuality:
• Be ready to work at the start of the shift and remain until the end.
• Be punctual for all appointments.
• Remain on duty until properly relieved when required.
• Customer-focused mindset: respectful, courteous, and friendly demeanor.
• Positive representation of the company through ethical behavior and adherence to policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• The employee is frequently required to stand for an extended period of time.
• Walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Required to work in a shop environment which may include hot or cold temperatures, humidity, high noise levels and hazardous fluids such as coolants and lubricants.
• Willing and able to machine and handle a wide variety of materials, including but not limited to, Fiberglass Composites, Plastics, Metals and other Alloys.