Job Summary:In accordance with written and oral instruction, set-up and operate all shop machines, tools and equipment such as drill press, lathe, turret lathe, shaper, bridgeports, surface grinders, and milling machines. The work is special, prototype, short run in nature and usually close and exacting Organizational Relationships:1. Reports to: Leads/Supervisors/Other2. Directs:3. Other: Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Authorities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
- Measures, marks, and scribe's dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.
- Effectively use shop packages to include, but not limited to, manufacturing orders, bills of materials, routings, part prints, job layouts and quality alerts.
- Use of grinding tools to meet varying conditions or materials.
- Setting of proper feeds and speeds
- Working to any tolerance specified within equipment limits.
- Maintenance of die sets
- Work-in-progress is done with little supervision.
- Final inspection on one's own work
- Instruct others on the use of equipment.
- Keep equipment and area clean, orderly, and safe.
- All other duties as assigned
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knowledge of:Basic Shop Math using measuring devices, such as micrometers, calipers, go/no-go gages, and other inspection devices as needed.Must be able to read blueprints and use micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devicesSkills/Ability to:Effective communication skillsAbility to read blueprints.Some judgement required to ensure performed assigned duties correctly and safely for self and othersConcentrated mental and visual attention and manual dexterity requiredAcceptable Experience or Training:1-3 years previous experience preferredCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:High school diploma or GED. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to push or pull up to 70 pounds.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to bend and twist
Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Machine shop environment. Maybe be exposed to dust, sand, and dirt. Must wear required PPE