2nd Shift Machinist

Ascential Medical and Life Sciences; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled machinist to join their dynamic team in Grand Rapids. This role involves interpreting machining instructions, operating CNC machines, and ensuring precision in every task. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in blueprint reading and mechanical aptitude, complemented by experience with Mazatrol and Fanuc software. The position requires flexibility to work 2nd shift hours and overtime as needed. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and make a significant impact in the medical and life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a skilled machinist or completion of an apprenticeship.
• Proficiency in CNC programming and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Study machining instructions to determine operations and tooling required.
• Verify dimensions of machined work pieces with precision instruments.

Skills

Machining Instructions

Blueprint Reading

Mechanical Skills

Math Skills

Safety Compliance

CNC Programming

Overhead Crane Operation

Forklift Operation

Education

Journey Machinist Certification

Apprenticeship Completion

Tools

Mazatrol Software

Fanuc Software

Measuring Instruments

Small Hand Tools

Job description

BEPMC
Burke Porter, An Ascential Technologies Company
730 Plymouth NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA

Responsibilities:

1. Studies machining instructions such as job order, blueprint, process sheet, or layout on work piece to determine machining required, sequence of operation, tooling, feed, and speed rate.
2. Positions and secures work piece to table, angle plate, vise, or chuck and verifies position. Selects and mounts tools.
3. Moves controls to set feeds, speeds, and depth of cut, and to position tool and work piece in relation to each other, verifying position visually, with instruments, and by reading dials.
4. Verifies dimensions of machined work piece with such measuring instruments as micrometers, telescoping gauges, vernier calipers, and dial indicators. Works to close tolerances.
5. Uses precision positioning devices such as dial indicators mounted on machine troughs with standard length rods and works to close tolerances.
6. Operates machine with automatic positioning controls.
7. Lays out reference lines and machining locations on work piece, according to blueprints.
8. CNC programming using “Mazatrol” and “Fanuc” G code utilizing Visi Software.

Requirements:

1. Journey Machinist or 3 to 5 years of experience as skilled machinist or successful completion of the apprenticeship program.
2. Mechanical skills and aptitude.
3. Proficient in Blueprint reading.
4. Basic Math and Reading skills. Knowledge of high-speed carbide tooling.
5. Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
6. Ability to safely operate an overhead crane and forklift.
7. Owns tools, measuring devices, and small hand tools.

Experience with Mazatrol and Fanuc software preferred.

Previous Lathe experience preferred.

Additional Information:

Must be able to work 2nd shift hours as well as overtime including weekends as needed.