Sr. Machinist

Company: BW Flexible Systems
Location: Duncan
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Job Description:

2nd Shift- Eligible for shift differential (2:45pm --- 1:15am) GENERAL PURPOSE The Machinist A performs set ups, operates manual and CNC mills, lathes, and other machine shop equipment to produce parts according to specifications and may build set up fixtures as needed. Will operate manual and CNC equipment, writing new programs and editing existing programs. Encourages others to discover, develop and apply their talents enabling them to reach their full potential. This role actively engages in our Lean journey by building and acting on continuous improvement and development opportunities. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Set up and operate various types of machines and finishing equipment (lathes, mills, drills; CNC & Manual, grinders) without assistance and maintain proper tolerances. Perform visual and physical inspection of parts using functional measuring equipment. Edit CNC programs and adjust to ensure acceptable parts. May be required to write own programs and operate multiple machines. Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure safe and efficient work areas, including cleaning chips from around machine and keeping coolant/machine fluids off shop floor and maintaining organization of work area to established standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or High school Diploma/GED with equivalent experience EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3 years--- machining experience in a job shop environment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: Demonstrated work experience in reading and interpreting blueprints Ability to verify and inspect own work - experience in using micrometers, plug gages, height gage, and surface plates, etc. for layout of machined parts Ability to troubleshoot programs at the machine and fix errors Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment Math skills - ability to understand and check dimensions and convert from standard to metric measurements Ability to problem solve and identify the most efficient way to complete tasks Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills Demonstrates basic computer literacy with common computer programs such as MS-Word, MS-Excel, and MS-Outlook Commitment to excellent safety habits Committed to 100% quality output and customer satisfaction OTHER : Ability to work independently and as part of a team and be detail oriented. Physical requirements include the ability to lift 50 lbs., and ability to stand for long durations. Must be willing and able to work overtime as the workload requires PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS An Associate---s degree in Machine Tool Technology or related field Experience with running and editing CNC programs Experience with running and editing programs on Okuma VMC a plus. You should be proficient in: Production Setups Manual machining Quality inspection Lean Manufacturing Machines & technologies you'll use: CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Okuma) CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) CNC Grinder Manual Grinder CNC Mill (5 axis VMC) (Okuma)

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