Tooling and Parts Machinist

• Plan and determine fabrication tool setup procedures and operating sequences; select tooling attachments, spindle speeds, tool feed rates, workpiece securing methods, supports, etc., best suited for nature of operations, machine and size of the workpiece.
• Position, align and secure workpiece on the bed of the machine, clamp and support work securely, using care to avoid distortion that may affect finished dimensions or secure workpiece between centers or on face plates of turning machines.
• Set tooling in holders and calibrate tool heads to orient tools and workpiece to reference point for operations, using care to ensure settings to assure travel clearances and avoid tool deflection affecting dimensions and finishes.
• Calibrate machine during operations for rate and amount of cut to obtain the required finish and dimensional specifications; check work to assure dimensional conformance where several related dimensions and unusual contours are required.
• Grind or prescribe grind for special and standard tooling to compensate for material variations and cutting conditions. 
• Use a wide range of precision measuring instruments and devices to set up, operate machine and check work.
• Makes repair parts if not commercially available.
• Plans setup and operates typical machine shop machine tools, producing parts to tolerances and company specifications. Uses typical machinist's hand tools.
• Sets up and tests production equipment under power, testing for mechanical difficulties, tracing to their sources, and correction problems.
• All other duties as assigned

• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of PPE)
• Graduate of Technical School, Full Apprenticeship Program, or completion of an in-company training program to satisfaction of operations
• Three or more years of experience as a fully qualified machinist
• Close attention and care required to prevent damage to complex machine tools or costly materials
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications
• Ability to produce parts in absence of drawings or specifications
• Attention to detail and ability to produce precision work

• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, bend or stoop
• Must be able to regularly reach with hands/arms and speak clearly/hear; required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Last updated on Dec 9, 2024