The conventional machinist is responsible for set-up and operation of manual mills, lathes and presses.

Essential Job Duties and Functions:

• Sets up and operates manual mills, lathes, presses and hand tools.
• Completes tasks with little or no supervision.
• Optimize process to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Receive daily instructions from Shop Floor Supervisor.
• Check parts to ensure they meet blueprint specifications using proper gauges.
• Perform daily point checks on machine and report concerns to Shop Floor Supervisor. (Noted leaks, noises, functionality)
• Use proper feed and speed for maximum efficiency.
• Deburr as required for work in process.
• Train new hires or apprentices as requested.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Meets departmental/company goals and objectives in a timely manner. (Such as Efficiencies, Scrap control, Time motion and Setup reductions.)
• Arrives to work, meetings, appointments, and other work-related functions on time and as scheduled.
• Interpretation of drawings, sketches, and/or working to set up sheets and verbal instructions.
• Adapting shop practice, methods, and techniques to fit each new situation and properly sequencing machining operations; 
• Optimize process to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Performing cutting, turning, drilling, boring, reaming, tapping, and finishing operations where tolerances range from 0.010 to 0.0001 includes setup of machine and fixtures for any of the various operations while working with such materials as
• Use of scales, calipers, internal and external micrometers, height gauges, surface gauge, etc. to determine that the part is being machined the proper configuration
• Perform any other incidental duties as may be required. 

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• Proficient math skills 
• Preferred minimum of 6 mos experience in setting up & operating manual machines
• Experience programming and using Pro-Trak is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment
To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, stand for long periods to perform job duties
• Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 100 pounds using peer assistance and/or other lifting & material-handling equipment
• Occasionally reaches overhead and reaches out or down to perform duties
• Frequently climb steps, stairs, or ladders
• Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel
• Frequently uses hand or fingers to manually inspect parts, tighten hardware & fixtures, and operate machine and material handling controls
• Accurately distinguish colors to respond to sensors, indicators, and color-variable dashboards
• Visual acuity to interpret readings on gauges and other measuring devices

​Working Conditions 
Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

• Excessive noise (hearing protection required)
• Dust, smoke, mist, fumes/vapors (regularly)
• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)