Machinist

Position Title: Machinist

Department: Tooling
Reports To: Production Supervisor
Employment Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Machinist is responsible for manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining new and replacement parts, tooling, jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, gauges, and dies used in shaping and forming materials.

This role involves diversified and complex machining work requiring close tolerances, multi-dimensional relationships, and precise contour and finish specifications.

The Machinist plays a critical role in supporting production efficiency, quality, and tooling reliability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Manufacture, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair tooling and dies, including progressive dies.


* Plan, layout, and execute machining operations by determining appropriate setup procedures, operating sequences, tooling, attachments, cutting speeds, and feed rates.


* Set up and operate manual and/or CNC equipment, including mills, drills, grinders, and precision measuring instruments, to meet exact dimensional and surface finish requirements.


* Interpret and work from blueprints, models, drawings, sketches, and verbal or written specifications.


* Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools to ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances.


* Complete all required production, quality, and maintenance documentation accurately and timely.


* Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements; maintain a clean and organized work area.


* Actively participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities.


* Operate industrial forklifts as required.


* Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental and business needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


* Strong understanding of tool and die principles, machining processes, and metalworking practices.


* Working knowledge of the properties and machinability of common metals and alloys.


* Proficiency in setting up and operating machine equipment and precision measurement tools.


* Ability to achieve required finishes and dimensional tolerances consistently.


* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.


* Basic math and measurement skills, including fractions and decimals.


* Effective verbal and written communication skills.


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


* Flexibility to work overtime on short notice when required.

Physical Requirements


* Frequent standing, bending, and walking throughout the shift.


* Ability to lift, move, or carry materials and tools weighing up to 35 pounds.


* Ability to safely operate industrial equipment, including forklifts.

Qualifications


* Prior machining, tool and die, or related manufacturing experience required.


* Ability to successfully pass a company forklift driving certifica...