CNC Machinist - 1st shift - $26.00/hr

Stryker; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical technology is seeking an additive manufacturing operator in Knoxville, TN. The role involves communicating with design teams, operating CAD systems, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant manufacturing experience, and CAD training. Join a team that values innovation and quality in producing medical devices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related manufacturing experience.
• Formal CAD training, including 3D design and surfacing.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with design personnel for CAD models.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct quality testing and analyze data.

Skills

Inspection equipment knowledge

Blueprint reading

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)

CNC programming

Machining skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Work Flexibility: Onsite

1st Shift: Mon - Thurs 6:00am - 4:30pm

What You Will Do:

1. Communicate with design personnel the necessary input parameters for CAD models into the additive manufacturing equipment and instruct them on how and when improvements can be made.
2. Utilize the additive manufacturing computer systems to construct the build and make any required adjustments to ensure dimensional accuracy and cosmetic quality of the end product.
3. Perform routine and preventive maintenance on all equipment in this area.
4. Coordinate with technical support personnel from vendors to resolve issues or install system enhancements.
5. Train other operators on additive manufacturing equipment and secondary processes, including secondary processing such as filing, metal finishing, or machining to achieve the desired surface finish and appearance.
6. Order and maintain inventory of all materials and supplies used.
7. Conduct quality testing (e.g., hardness and tensile tests) daily, analyze data, and adjust machines to maintain consistent quality.
8. Collaborate with upstream and downstream customers (e.g., R&D, Production Scheduling) to meet production demands.

What You Need:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least three (3) years of related manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of inspection equipment, blueprint reading, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT).
• Formal CAD training, including 3D design and surfacing.
• CNC programming and machining skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with powder and support structure removal processes and equipment.
• Over one (1) year of experience with CAD operations.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• One (1) or more years of experience with 3D printing.

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Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. Employees with access to compensation information are prohibited from disclosing it unless in specific legal or procedural circumstances.