Location: Du Bois,PA, USA
GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for operating machine tools to produce precision metal parts. Produces small batches or large quantities of metal parts. Ensure products meet precise specifications.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Operate CNC lathes, and manual lathes to produce parts.Review blueprints and / or specifications for a job.Shape steel, aluminum, plastic, and other materials.Determine speeds and feeds of materials being cut.Determine how much material to remove.Select proper tools for the job.Replace dull cutting tools.Check accuracy of work against blueprints and specifications.Determine cutting path, monitor the accuracy of cuts.Use manual and computer-controlled machinery.Modify programs to meet necessary tolerances.Determine proper work piece setup.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:Proficient in Mathematics and Blueprint ReadingAbility to take measurements using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.Ability to successfully operate applicable machineryWritten and verbal communicationEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent, secondary education in a applicable field or 3-5 years of experience in a machinist position preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lifting a maximum of 50 pounds. This job requires extensive amounts of walking, standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, climbing as required to effectively perform the job.*Note: the statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skill required of personnel so classified.GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for operating machine tools to produce precision metal parts. Produces small batches or large quantities of metal parts. Ensure products meet precise specifications.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Operate CNC lathes, and manual lathes to produce parts.Review blueprints and / or specifications for a job.Shape steel, aluminum, plastic, and other materials.Determine speeds and feeds of materials being cut.Determine how much material to remove.Select proper tools for the job.Replace dull cutting tools.Check accuracy of work against blueprints and specifications.Determine cutting path, monitor the accuracy of cuts.Use manual and computer-controlled machinery.Modify programs to meet necessary tolerances.Determine proper work piece setup.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:Proficient in Mathematics and Blueprint ReadingAbility to take measurements using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.Ability to successfully operate applicable machineryWritten and verbal communicationEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent, secondary education in a applicable field or 3-5 years of experience in a machinist position preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lifting a maximum of 50 pounds. This job requires extensive amounts of walking, standing, sitting, squatting, kneeling, climbing as required to effectively perform the job.*Note: the statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skill required of personnel so classified.