Machinist (2nd Shift)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:  The Skilled Trades, Machinist shall demonstrate the ability to plan, setup and operate precision machine tools to include lathes, milling machine, surface grinders, drill presses, saws and other related shop equipment.  This person shall also demonstrate the ability to work from complicated blueprints and drawings to implement designs accurately and be proficient in welding a variety of metals. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Observe all safety precautions and regulations at all times in all areas where duties are performed. 
• Responsible for correcting and/or reporting all safety hazards and potential unsafe working conditions.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of all current plant policies and procedures.
• Must understand and comply with all current plant policies and procedures.
• Must attend at least two (2) monthly Plant Safety Meetings per year.
• Must be able to read, understand, and fabricate from mechanical detail, assembly, and layout drawings.
• Must posses demonstrated skill in documentation of engineered drawings to “as built” conditions to project engineering and/or engineering drafter.
• Must posses demonstrated skill in using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices in the production of mechanical parts from existing components.
• Must posses demonstrated skill in milling, turning, welding, and other machining and fabrication methods.
• Must posses demonstrated skill in disassembly and assembly of complex mechanical systems including fabricated parts, precision components (bearings, cylinders, power transmission components, etc), and fasteners.
• Will support production for an extended period of time after the startup of a new component or production line.
• Must posses demonstrated writing skills in the communication of equipment condition, changes, and reports.
• Must be able to communicate potential project ideas to engineering department personnel in the areas of safety, equipment improvements, and process improvements