Machinist
Core
Setting up, operating, and maintaining manual and CNC machinery to produce precision metal and plastic components.
Role type
Machinist
Builds
Precision metal and plastic components
Domain
Manufacturing / Machining
Required skills
CNC operation, manual machining (milling, turning, drilling, tapping, boring, facing, thread cutting), precision measurement (calipers, micrometers), blueprint reading, shop math (trigonometry, geometry), process improvement, machine maintenance
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
CNC machines, manual lathes/mills, precision measuring instruments
Responsibilities
Plan and perform machining activities on ferrous and nonferrous metals; Select proper tools, materials, and speeds/feeds; Measure and inspect finished parts; Work from drawings and specifications to determine operational sequence; Recommend and implement process improvements; Ensure parts meet dimensional and quality specifications; Conduct routine machine maintenance
Seniority
Mid-level (4+ years experience or 2+ years with degree)