CNC Machinist 1 - Weekend 1st Shift/Machine Shop

AMETEK; Smithfield (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to assist in set-up of simple jobs and operate CNC and conventional machines. You will review blueprints, select tooling, and verify dimensions to meet ISO standards.

The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and ability to support tooling, fixturing, and miscellaneous duties as needed. Weekend 1st shift is required, with an hourly compensation structure.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Experience with CNC machining and reading blueprints preferred.
• Knowledge of GD&T and quality standards (ISO).
• Willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up simple jobs and operate CNC/conventional machines.
• Review blueprints and specs to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Select and secure tools, fixtures, and materials for machining.
• Verify dimensions using precise measuring instruments.
• Assist with maintenance and safety procedures.
• Support tooling fixturing and non-recurring tasks as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Team player

Problem solving

AI tool awareness

Education

High School or GED

Tools

CNC machines

CMM

Job description

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations.

Schedule: Weekend 1st Shift: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, 4am-4pm

Job Summary

Responsible to assist in set-up of simple jobs and operation of CNC equipment, tooling maintenance, and ensuring that all required processes are completed to produce parts that meet quality and ISO standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in set-ups of simple (uncomplicated and straightforward) jobs and operate conventional, special-purpose, and computerized numerical control (CNC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts and fits and assemble machined parts into complete units, applying knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and layout techniques. Able to run multiple machines at one time.
• Review and understand blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and set up requirements.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and tooling pre-setter.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• May fit and assemble parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plate, surface table, hand tools, and power tools.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
• May be responsible to operate CMM.
• Checks for machine readiness to ensure functionality and performance.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Responsible to comply with company requirements to complete essential documentation as required.
• Assure all policies and procedures are followed and safety precautions are taken to reduce the risk of injury.
• Maintain a clean work area and assure safe operation of all equipment.
• Must be available on reasonable notice for unscheduled overtime to meet production schedules.
• Perform and document Operator Preventive Maintenance operations, as needed.
• Assist production in all areas.
• Assist with tooling / fixturing build.
• Occasionally, miscellaneous non-recurring duties may be assigned such as, but not limited to, packing, shipping, unpacking and sorting, inspection, cleaning, finishing, deburring, etc.

Education

• High School or GED

Experience

• 1+ years - CNC Machining experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work with general supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly.
• Ability to read blueprints. Knowledge of GD&T.
• Basic knowledge of at least one machining principal required.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 55,000

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 $7.5 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 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers 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 [phone].