Junior Machinist

Sumitomo Drive Technologies USA; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and Accidental Death Insurance (1

Disability Insurance (Company Paid)

401K, 401K Match

Access to LinkedIn Learning

YMCA discount

Job summary

Sumitomo Drive Technologies USA is hiring for a CNC machinist role in Chesapeake, VA. The position emphasizes precise setup, operation of lathes/mills, and tight tolerances while following SOPs and 5S principles.

Ideal candidates will read blueprints in imperial/metric, measure with micrometers/calipers, and calculate dimensions. This role requires strong teamwork, initiative, and the ability to learn new techniques in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints in imperial and metric standards.
• Use measuring instruments to verify tolerances and dimensions.
• Work with precision; follow process sheets and SOPs.
• Capable of math calculations for dimensions and tolerances.
• Communicate problems and improvements clearly.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools for precision machining.
• Read blueprints and interpret tolerances to produce parts.
• Calculate dimensions using geometry and part drawings.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Follow SOPs and 5S for quality and efficiency.
• Maintain safety policies and perform light maintenance.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Gauging & measurement

Teamwork and communication

Initiative and work ethic

Problem-solving

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauge

Depth gauge

Bore gauges

Job description

Brief Description

The base hourly range for this role is $19.66- $24.56.

Final salary offers are determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, specialized skills, and certifications.

• Life and Accidental Death Insurance (Company Paid)
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401K, 401K Match- Access to Certified Financial Planner
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• YMCA discount and more!

Purpose And Scope Of Job

Operation of 2 & 3-axis CNC machines (lathes; mills – horizontal and vertical; broaches).

Set up and operation of manual and semi-automatic lathes, mills, grinders, tool grinders, drills, broaches, shears, etc.

Essential Functions (other Duties May Be Assigned)

• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions under close supervision.
• Read & interpret blueprints – both imperial and metric standards.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards.
• Machine parts correctly with set up and part drawing documentation, as well as frequent personal guidance/training.
• Follow Process Sheets, Process Maps, Standard Operating Procedures and Poka-Yoke systems implemented by Manufacturing Engineering and Shop management to generate predetermined production volumes, while ensuring best quality and lead times.
• Use measuring gauges including micrometers, calipers, height gauge, depth gauge, bore gauges, Mahr gages, etc. to inspect manufactured parts, in order to ensure adherence to drawing tolerances.
• Ensure adherence to routed hours for production, depending on level of training provided.
• Perform daily cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Ensure all manufacturing safety & regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
• Actively practice a culture of 5S (Sort, Set and Order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain) in the machine shop。

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires some level of exposure to machine shop operating a mix of manual, semi-automatic, and CNC machine tools in a fast paced work environment.
• Competent in using common measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height/depth/bore gauges).
• Basic knowledge in reading & interpreting complex drawings & blueprints in both imperial and metric standards.
• Exposure to calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards.
• Competent in measuring perpendicularity, parallelism, concentricity, and run out in micron or sub-micron level resolutions on manufactured components.
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints – both imperial and metric standards.
• Proficient in mathematics (including geometry & trigonometry) and basic mechanical systems.
• Ability to calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards.
• Exposure to common gauges & measuring instruments (gauge blocks, micrometers, calipers, height gauge, depth gauge, etc.).
• Customer focused work ethic rooted in first-time-right production, value addition, and sense of urgency.
• Ability to understand and use Sumitomo’s Discrepancy reporting process, and other internal process control mechanisms.
• Ability to communicate problems based on process experience and personal observations.
• Good initiative, work ethics & ability to work individually and in team settings.
• Strong personal ethics.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability & drive to learn new skills & manufacturing techniques at an accelerated pace.
• Any additional essential skills and/or knowledge as shown in the HRIS Career & Education > Skills section for incumbents holding this job title.

Work Conditions & Physical Environment

Duties are performed in an industrial environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; twist; bend; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must constantly lift, carry, move, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. This position is designated as safety- sensitive. (Referenced Document Number 218001, SMA’s Corporate Policies Procedure Manual, 33.0 Drug and Alcohol Use Policy)

The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which 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, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.