JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Machinist responsibilities include program editing, loading, running, and full QC check, all independently. This is not a "machine operator" position.
• Set up and run CNC machine (CNC lathe, CNC Mill, or 5-axis machine) using good machining, quality, and safety practices.
• Adjust offsets for tools to hold tolerances as low as .0005.
• Setup and use precision measuring equipment such as .0001 indicators, dial or electronic bore gages, gage blocks, inside an outside micrometer, depth mics, dial calipers, etc.
• Assists during prove outs, adjusting feeds, speeds, etc. to establish a program, which will run without operator intervention. Should be capable of editing programs and communicating changes to the Programmer.
• Performs daily, weekly, and other scheduled minor preventative maintenance tasks such as filling of spindle/way lube and maintaining coolant supply.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices.
• Is alert and attentive to the machine performance and operation.
• Communicates with other Shift Operators on machine and tool operations and on scheduling plans to provide smooth cell operation.
• Communicates with support personnel to offer suggestions for improvements in tool life, part quality, productivity, communication, work cell appearance etc. to better overall performance.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience on CNC turning and/or milling centers.
• Must have the ability to communicate easily with Supervisors, Programmers, and other shift personnel.
• Must have a practical knowledge of cutting tools.
• Must be capable of reading blueprints, programs, and sketches.
• Must be familiar with and be able to use precision measuring equipment.
• Must be alert, conscientious, and capable of adapting to new concepts in machining.
• Ability to work independently or self-directed.
• Physical demands include standing at the machine for up to 8-10 hours per day, frequent lifting up to 10 lbs. with occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Vacation two weeks prorated first year; three weeks after first year with a maximum of five and a half weeks after 20 years of service.
• 401K - $1 for $1 company match up to 5%. Additional Company contributions are made after seniority periods are met.
• Health insurance - most competitive in the area. PPO and HSA plans offered.
• Vision and Dental insurance.
• Weekly pay.
• Not required to work more than 8 hours per week of overtime, unless employee chooses.
• $2 per hour additional for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.
• $150 yearly work shoe allowance and $175 yearly safety glasses allowance.
• Attendance bonus of $250 every 3 months.
• Free uniforms and free weekly laundering, if employee chooses to wear a uniform option.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Based on experience and initial machining aptitude test but is top-tier in the Dayton/Cincinnati area.