Machinist
at Flex-N-Gate

Job Description

Scope of the Position

The Machinist is responsible for creating quality parts produced on various machines such as, but not limited to, lathes, milling machines, and general shop equipment according to company plans, blueprints, and other diagrams.

Job Duties

• Study and interpret drawings, blueprints, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, tools to be used, and materials for the job and setup requirements
• Set up and program CNC machinery as necessary
• Set-up and program EDM wire machinery as necessary
• Set up machining equipment utilized by the organization in order to ensure equipment operations are at accepted standards for the type of tooling being used
• Provide verification dimensions of machined parts using precision measuring instruments
• Ensure work piece dimensions and correct and established to tolerance criteria
• Measure, examine, and test completed parts, identifying defects and ensuring conformance to specifications and blueprints
• Measure and mark dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as a guide for subsequent machining
• Detect equipment malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjust machine, within capabilities, controls, or control media as required to ensure quality of production
• Fit and assemble machined metal parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
• Familiar to 3D Cad software i.e.) Key Creator, and Mastercam
• Knowledge with GD & T (Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning)
• Performs other duties as required 

Work Conditions

• Physical ability to lift up to 50lb
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, ear protection etc.
• Overtime as required
• Hazards associated with the trade

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Must Have Certificate of Qualification for Machinist or 8 years of relevant experience
• Min. 1 year working experience in CNC/EDM programming and operation
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a busy environment
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to maintain, troubleshoot and improve dies
• Good understanding of presses and how they affect die performance and part quality