Lead CNC Machinist - Prototyping & 5-Axis Precision
University of Missouri-Kansas City
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Job summary
University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) seeks a Senior Specialist in the Missouri Institute of Defense and Energy (MIDE) Machine Shop. The role leads a team, programs and operates CNC mills, and collaborates with faculty and students on prototyping for research projects.
The Senior Specialist advises on manufacturing processes, co-leads best practices, and ensures safety and efficiency in a grant-funded environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience or equivalent knowledge and skills.
Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate CNC mills (3-axis and 5-axis) to produce high-precision components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to manufacture complex parts.
- Assist in design/refinement of parts and fixtures for manufacturability and efficiency.
- Collaborate with faculty, engineers, and students to translate concepts into manufacturable designs.
- Evaluate designs and provide recommendations for performance, cost, and ease of manufacturing.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and technical support to shop users and junior staff.
- Lead troubleshooting for complex machine shop issues.
- Manage work order schedules for time-sensitive requests.
- Assist with inventory and material tracking; enforce safety and compliance.
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Job description
University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) seeks a Senior Specialist in the Missouri Institute of Defense and Energy (MIDE) Machine Shop. The role leads a team, programs and operates CNC mills, and collaborates with faculty and students on prototyping for research projects.
The Senior Specialist advises on manufacturing processes, co-leads best practices, and ensures safety and efficiency in a grant-funded environment.
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