Entry level Machinist

ARCH; Spring Arbor Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCH in Spring Arbor Township seeks individuals for an entry-level CNC Operator position in their Walter Grinder department, providing on-the-job training. Successful candidates will operate advanced CNC machines while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The role involves reading blueprints, inspecting output, and performing maintenance on machinery. Ideal applicants should have a high school education and demonstrate attention to detail, technical skills, and the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand blueprints including GD&T tolerancing.
• Hands-on experience in operating CNC machines.
• Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and maintain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision tools.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet specifications.
• Maintain equipment and conduct preventive maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Flexibility

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Produces complex cutting tools by setting up and operating CNC machines; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; and maintaining equipment.

This entry level position in our Walter Grinder department and includes on the job training.

The individual chosen will learn practical setup and operation of the Walter machines and supporting functions following guided training by a tenured staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Read blueprint and/or job router for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, and other instructions.
• Adjusts machine offsets and program information to maintain required quality output of machine.
• Inspect products during the machining operation to determine if parts meet specifications, complying with established standards and methods for inspection, testing, evaluation, and calibration.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined workpiece to specifications.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; reports need for machine repairs.
• Sets up and operates machines and equipment such as Walter 5 Axis CNC Cutter Grinders, Rolllomatic NPS, and other necessary machinery.
• Manufactures and regrinds solid carbide special round cutting tools.
• Understand and comply with company policy safety guidelines, quality systems requirements and housekeeping standards.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Strong attention to detail
• Process Improvement
• Able to communicate verbally.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to read and understand blueprints including GD&T tolerancing.

Education and/or Experience

• Equivalent to high school education or related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May be required to have experience with material, product, or precision level, or with machine of size, type, or trade name.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Additional Notes

ARCH Global Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Precision are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Skills

Interest and Aptitude for Technology

Expert

Analytical

Intermediate

Attention to Detail

Expert

Use of Measurement Tools

Intermediate

Behaviors

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
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