SUMMARY:

A Machinists job involves operating manual and computer-controlled machine tools to produce precision metal and plastic parts, often using blueprints, sketches, or CAD/CAM files. CNC Experience a Plus. They set up, operate, and maintain various machines like lathes, milling machines, and grinders, ensuring the parts meet specific requirements. Machinists also inspect finished parts for quality and accuracy, using precision instruments

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setting up and operating machine tools 
• Producing Precision Parts.
• Interpreting technical drawings. 
• Maintaining machine tools. 
• Quality Control. 
• Problem Solving. 
• All other duties as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Commitment to company values and ethics 
• Dependability: personally responsible, completes work in a timely manner, and performs tasks accurately
• Motivation: must maintain a positive attitude and strong work energy
• Communication: excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Organization: very detail oriented and always comes prepared Initiative: plans work and carries out tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for problems or opportunities in advance, undertakes additional responsibilities
• Analytical skills: must be able to gather information and use data to determine cause and effect for complex problem solving

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma/ GED. Four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.