Job Title:  Machinist Apprentice

This role is primarily responsible for the setup and operation of conventional, special purpose, manual machines, manual lathes, millers, grinders, drill presses, and band saws in a safe and orderly manner while maximizing production output using efficient and effective methods.  Responsible for ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, and business standards.

What you will do:

Productivity, Cost, & Delivery

• Operate multiple machines simultaneously while proactively keeping all machines in the department running
• Troubleshoot advanced and complex programs and maintenance issues
• Must be able to make changes to machine offsets and/or perform program editing to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Review blueprints, tool sheets, routings, and specifications for accuracy and manufacturability
• Communicate correction and improvement needs to the engineering department

Quality

• Monitor and document part quality for self in department, including first part and in-process inspection using tools, gages, and other methods
• Assure staff compliance to ISO91000 standards and support audit activities as needed

Safety

• Adhere to and support safety procedures and policies
• Ensure the building, property, and perimeter are safe and secure at the end of every shift
• Maintain first aid and forklift certifications

Communication & Teamwork

• Assist with troubleshooting, stock, and quality issues during shift
• Assist with other duties such as programming, maintenance, inspection, deburring, etc.as required
• Document material usage on work orders and minimize scrap
• Perform and document scheduled periodic maintenance and general upkeep of machines in accordance with recommendations
• Maintain records of settings for programs and processes within the scope of the department
• Maintain integrity, safety, quality, and production rates; promote and reinforce a clean, safe, and professional shop and work environment
• Adhere to quality, on-time delivery, continuous improvement, and overall best practices
• Participate in continuous improvements including processes, productivity, quality, and safety
• Promote collaboration, communication, and teamwork within and outside department and shift 

We are looking for:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; 1-3 years’ related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Advanced manufacturing/machining training and/or advanced certification preferred
• This position requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity to manipulate micrometers, calipers, and other precision hand tools
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills a must
• Experience required with: conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines; manual lathes; millers; grinders; drill presses; and band saws. 
• Toolmaking experience a plus.

Additional Characteristics:

• This position may require standing for long periods of time, up to 8 hours per day
• This position required the ability to lift 30+ lbs. occasionally, 20-30 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs. constantly
• This position may be exposed to various industrial cleaning chemicals and oils