- Professional
- Bureau à Springdale
Summary/Objective
The machinist position sets up and operates a variety of machine tools to produce production tooling and equipment and applies knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
Essential Functions/Duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and dial calipers.
- Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders.
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
- Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
- Set up and operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, and cutting equipment.
Duties, responsibilities and activities are not limited to list above and may change at any time.
Required Education & Experience
- High School degree, diploma or a GED Preferred
- A minimum of (2) years machining experience
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Required to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to cutting fluid and coolant, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
