MAJOR TOOL & MACHINE, INC., JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: MACHINIST

Position Summary: Set up and operate conventional, special-purpose, and computer numerical control (CNC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts, fit and assemble machined parts into complete units applying knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, maintainability of materials, and layout techniques.

Reports To: Manufacturing Team Leader (Machining) or Production Facility Manager

Personnel: Not applicable.

Accountabilities: Machinist are responsible for producing conforming parts that meet all print dimensions within the said tolerances in the most efficient method. All SOP's and WI's must be followed and a safe, clean organized work area must be maintained.

Authorities: Not applicable.

Duties:

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, routing instructions, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining as required by router instructions and good shop practice.
• Properly select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines. Must be able to improvise setups using common tooling such as risers, angle plates, etc.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth or angle of cut or enter commands to retrieve, input or edit computerized machine control media.
• Must observe machine operation to predict or detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining conditions, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Verify that all machined details are produced in a manner that meets print or router specifications, using precision measuring instruments. Request first piece inspection when producing multiple piece runs.
• Set up and operate machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings, tooling, or programmed control data.
• Review the next project's routers, programs, set-up sheets and tool sheets while the current part is running.
• Fit and assemble parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plate, surface table, hand tools and power tools.
• Verify dimensions and alignment of assembly, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
• Enter correct data into data collection system (IDC) to ensure accurate labor reporting.
• Understand and properly operate the "Available Documents" program.
• Monitor and maintain proper cleanliness of machine and work area on a daily basis.
• May install machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines and equipment, and test operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance, working under the direction of maintenance personnel.
• May develop specifications from general description and draw sketch of part or product to be fabricated.
• May confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

Job Qualification Requirements:

Educational Experience – A minimum of four years of trade school, vocational education, or apprenticeship.

Experience – Required to have specialized experience with particular materials, products, precision level, machining process or size, type, or trade name of machine. A minimum of five years work experience.

Physical Demands – The employee is required to:

• stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to floor
• exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
• exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
• exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Certification Required – Not applicable.

Visual Acuity – Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts and machinery.

Hearing Ability – Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action.

Working Conditions – The employee is subject to:

• high noise levels from operating machines
• physical hazards from moving equipment and production components
• breathing fumes, dust and mist
• skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids.

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Attendance is an essential job function.

Employees will operate in compliance of all recognized standards that Major Tool adheres to (such as AS9100, ISO 9000), including all supporting policies and procedures.