Machinist (Finance)
POSITION SUMMARY:
An experienced machinist that can independently machine parts by means of programming, setting up, editing, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) and manual machines; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; and maintaining equipment. The machinist performs a full range of machinist assignments using independent judgment to make decisions requiring the application of procedures and practices to specific work situations. Familiar with Fanuc and Mazak controls and the ability to move to different work centers. The Gatan Machine Shop has low quantity close tolerance parts used in scientific research along with doing all the R&D machining for new products. Parts sizes vary from under .06" to 24". You will work with the engineering group to improve the machinability of the parts and reduce costs. Team member must work with programmers, engineers and fellow co-workers.
DAY LIGHT POSITION:
- Flexible daylight hours with a 3 hour start window
- Overtime and weekends are also available
- Programs, Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines, surface grinder, band saws, and other powered metal-working tools to machine parts to specified dimensions without supervision
- Troubleshooting problems as needed
- Produce work to close tolerances efficiently
- Provides leadership and guidance to less experienced machinists to upgrade their machining, inspection and problem-solving skills, Mentor and assist in training of lower-level CNC Machinist
- Performs non-routine machine shop maintenance and repair, lubrication and cleaning of machine tools.
- Selects cutting tools and adjust machine feeds and speeds as needed
- Develop/Perform first and last part inspection and in process inspections
- Identify root causes and corrective action for quality problems
- Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly (5S) and perform basic preventative maintenance
- Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- Blueprint reading skills
- Geometric tolerance and true position
- Ability to complete quality machine projects in an efficient time
- Ability to take direction from lead and supervisor to complete assigned tasks
- Ability to communicate information clearly and directly to co-workers and supervisor
- Work in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles
- Willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
- Knowledge of 5S and lean concepts and the ability to help move forward with achieving department goals.
- High school diploma
- 8-10 years' experience with CNC machining or equivalent education/experience required
- Successfully completed 4-year Apprenticeship program or a 2-year technical degree in Machine Tool Technology
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIROMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the 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.
- Must be able to occasionally lift to 50lbs
- Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment
- Constantly stand and walk throughout the workday
- Constant exposure to moderate noise
- Frequent repetitive motions
- Constantly wear eye protection (Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required).
About Us:
Gatan, Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of instrumentation and software used to enhance and extend the operation and performance of electron microscopes. Gatan products, which are fully compatible with nearly all electron microscope models and include the EDAX portfolio, cover the entire range of the research process-from specimen preparation and manipulation to imaging and analysis.
Compensation
Employee Type: Hourly
Salary Minimum: $55,000
Salary Maximum: $80,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
