CNC Machinist II

Dextermag; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Basic Life/AD&D (incl. dependents)

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability (Company paid)

Supplemental Life/AD&D

401(k) with Company match

tuition assistance after 1 year

paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Magnetic Component Engineering, based in Torrance, CA, is seeking a skilled Machinist to perform production and prototype machining of steel alloys, stainless steel, and magnetic materials in a low volume, high mix setting. You will operate multi-axis lathes and mills to tight tolerances and support training for junior machinists while learning advanced setups and quality documentation.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, machining certification preferred, and 3 years of related

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Trade school certification in Machining preferred.
• 3 years’ experience machining low volume, highly engineered product with zero or little scrap, or 1 year experience with a trade school certification in Machining.
• A basic knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T
• An understanding of G&M code programs
• Excellent problem-solving skills; uses rigorous logic and methods to solve problems producing effective solutions to problem statements.
• Strong technical skills. Ability to set up and run with minimal guidance a variety of machines while holding very tight tolerances to produce quality parts to spec on short run parts (first part, good part).
• Strong machine shop math and complex blueprint reading skills, including GD&T.
• Knowledge and use of a wide variety of precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend G&M code programs

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multi-axis lathes and mills and other related equipment holding tight tolerances to customer drawings and specifications.
• Assist with training of level l CNC machinist.
• Learn complex set ups on multi-axis lathes and mills.
• Machine workpieces to meet timing and true axial runout requirements.
• Create setup kits and sheets to minimize setup time.
• Sharpen cutting tools and rework holders.
• Sharpen tools on cutters and grinders; redress tools that wear out.
• Use advanced inspection equipment, e.g., CMM and digital optical measuring.
• Write G&M code programs.
• Conduct first piece inspection and provide quality documentation.
• Use hand tools and precision measuring equipment and gages.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, 5S and housekeeping duties.
• Assist with special projects as assigned

Job description

Magnetic Component Engineering (“MCE”), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies (“Dexter”), manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies made to demanding customer specification in the aerospace / defense, semiconductor equipment, medical, and industrial end markets. MCE is based in Torrance, CA and operates one 48,000 square foot facility with 85 employees.

For more information on Magnetic Component Engineering, please visit: https://www.mceproducts.com/

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position

An employee in this position will perform, with minimal guidance, tasks defined by specifications, drawings, work instructions, and direction of supervisor directly related to the machining of both production and prototype parts made of various steel alloys, stainless steel, brass, aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, engineering plastics, and magnetic materials.

Major Responsibilities – reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Employees will do basic set ups and operate multi-axis lathes and mills and other related equipment holding extremely tight tolerances (+/- 2 microns) to customer drawing and quality specifications and MCE methods. Work is done in a low volume high mix environment.
• Support with training of level l CNC machinist.
• Learn complex set ups on multi-axis lathes and mills.
• Learn to machine workpiece collets to meet timing and true axial runout requirements.
• Learn to create setup kits and sheets to minimize setup time.
• Learn to sharpened cutting tools and rework holders.
• Learn to sharpen tools on cutters and grinders; redressing tools that wear out.
• Use advanced inspection equipment, ex. CMM and digital optical measuring.
• Learn to write G&M (numerical) code programs.
• Conduct 1 st piece inspection and provide supporting quality documentation.
• Use various hand tools, precision measuring equipment and associated gages and tooling.
• Conduct preventative maintenance, 5S and housekeeping duties.
• Assist with special projects and perform other related duties as assigned

Hourly Range depending on experience - $30-$35 per hour

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent is required. Trade school certification in Machining preferred.
• 3 years’ experience machining low volume, highly engineered product with zero or little scrap, or 1 year experience with a trade school certification in Machining.
• A basic knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T
• An understanding of G&M code programs
• Excellent problem-solving skills; uses rigorous logic and methods to solve problems producing effective solutions to problem statements.
• Strong technical skills. Ability to set up and run with minimal guidance a variety of machines while holding very tight tolerances to produce quality parts to spec on short run parts (first part, good part).
• Strong machine shop math and complex blueprint reading skills, including GD&T.
• Knowledge and use of a wide variety of precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend G&M code programs

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

• Medical/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid)
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• 401(k) with Company match
• tuition assistance after 1 year
• paid time off
• 11 paid holidays

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