Machinist

Job Summary

The Machinist position is responsible for helping deliver profitable growth by completing machining functions accurately, efficiently, and safely. A person in this role will produce quality machined parts by setting up and operating manual and computer numerical control (CNC) machines. They will also be responsible for maintaining equipment and keeping supplies in good working order.

Essential Functions

Perform complex series’ of progressive machine operations to meet precise and close tolerance and finish requirements.
Optimizing machine processes, set-up and operate all manual and CNC Machines to produce parts accurately and efficiently.
Manually cycle machine through sequences. Correct deviations, adjust machine speeds and feeds, and calibrate and change cutters in order to machine parts according to specifications.
Understand complex machine functions and effects on machined materials.
Diagnose operating difficulties. Troubleshoot, repair and correct basic machine issues, tooling, or replacement parts.
Review set up sheets and specifications to determine setup procedure, machine sequence and dimensions.
Interpret engineering drawings. Identify and correct errors or recommend potential improvements in the drawings to engineers and/or management.
Complete first piece inspection and use a variety of precision measuring and inspection devices to ensure parts conform to specifications.
Maintain quality and safety standards.
Work with and train apprentices or other machinists/operators as needed and requested.
Operate a forklift or crane when necessary.
Follow company procedures to complete assignments. Complete and maintain required records.
Communicate concerns to manager timely. Participate in solution implementation as appropriate.
Participate in and contribute to continuous improvement culture, including Lean initiatives.
Maintain a clean and neat work area.
Work effectively as a team member to contribute to a positive workplace.
Demonstrate and support company values.
Complete other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to operate various manual and CNC machines simultaneously.
Ability to both set-up and run machines.
Familiarity in at least one type of controls such as Mazak, Fanuc and Mazatrol.
Knowledge of G & M codes.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hands productively
Ability to prove out machined programs
Willingness to cross-train and work in other functional areas of the shop as needed.
Proficient with various precision measuring and inspection tools.
Operate forklift and crane when necessary
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills

Preferably 3-5 years experience.
Mazak experience a huge plus.
Completion of a state apprenticeship with journeyman card or equivalent experience and knowledge.

Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, plus 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

Core Competencies

Achievement Focus
Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; recognizes and acts on opportunities; sets and achieves challenging goals; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Business Ethics
Inspires the trust of others; keeps commitments; treats people with respect; upholds organizational values; works with integrity and ethically.
Conflict Resolution
Confronts difficult situations; encourages open communications; keeps emotions under control; maintains objectivity; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts.
Dependability
Commits to doing the best job possible; follows instructions and responds to management direction; keeps commitments; meets attendance and punctuality guidelines; responds to requests for service and assistance; takes responsibility for own actions.
Job Knowledge
Competent in required job skills and knowledge; displays understanding of how job relates to others; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; uses resources effectively.
Judgment
Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision‑making process; makes timely decisions; supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
Managing Customer Focus
Develops new approaches to meeting customer needs; establishes customer service standards; monitors customer satisfaction; promotes customer focus; provides training in customer service delivery.
Quality
Applies feedback to improve performance; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; displays commitment to excellence; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Safety & Security
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
Teamwork
Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; puts success of team above own interests.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Prolonged periods sitting or standing are required. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in the plant environment. The employee is occasionally near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the plant environment is usually loud.

EEO Statement

The client company and Insperity provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.