Machinist

Stirling Ultracold; Athens (OH); In loco; USD 45.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Stirling Ultracold is seeking a Machinist to join the Machine Shop team in Ohio. The role involves setting up and operating manual and CNC machines, reading drawings/SolidWorks, and ensuring tight tolerances for high-precision components used in freezer production.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, plus 3–5+ years in a precision job shop or production environment. The job emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration with Engineering on fixtures.

Competenze

• Must have strong general mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to concentrate in a busy work environment.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.
• Experience operating manual machines and CNC equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform eight-hour shifts.
• Must wear PPE and maintain a safe work environment.
• Familiarity with GD&T and precision measurement.
• Must collaborate with Engineering on tooling and fixtures development.

Mansioni

• Set up, adjust, and operate manual and CNC machines safely.
• Troubleshoot machining processes and maintain tolerances.
• Read GD&T and complex SolidWorks drawings.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Support tooling and fixture development with Engineering.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Record production data accurately.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Associate7s Degree/Vocational College Degree in Industrial Technology or Machinist Apprenticeship

Strumenti

CNC machines

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

G-code

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

General Summary and Purpose: The Machinist is a core team member of the Machine Shop Department. The Machinist is responsible for producing or modifying key components for use in HUMM and Stirling Ultracold freezer production. In addition to production work, the Machinist is responsible for producing fixtures requested and designed by the Engineering team. The Machinist will also assist the production team with any setbacks or problems that may arise during the workday to avoid a line-down situation.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate manual machines (lathes, mills, saws, hones, drill presses) and CNC machines (mills, lathes) safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot machining processes, chatter, tool wear, and dimensional drift; adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain exceptional surface finishes and dimensional accuracy called out by the drawings tolerances.
• Understands Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T) and the value of precision measurement.
• Ability to read complex drawings (Solidworks) and blueprints.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as calipers (vernier, dial and digital), micrometers, air gauges and dial indicators.
• Has basic knowledge of the assemblies that are being created with machined components and how they operate.
• Completes any necessary work and records accurately and in a timely manner to the Shop production tracker.
• Notifies Team Lead when quality issues arise.
• Works to maintain a SAFE and CLEAN work environment with exposure to coolants, oils, noise, and moving machinery (proper PPE provided and required).
• Proficient in reading/writing G-code and familiarity with CAM software (e.g., Fusion 360).
• Use CAD software to create and modify parts and fixturing.
• Understanding of metal properties, heat treatment states, and corresponding optimal cutting speeds and feeds.
• In addition to normal production demand, supports Production and Engineering in tooling and fixture development.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Must have strong general mechanical skills, listing skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to concentrate in a busy work environment.
• Must be detail-oriented to maintain a high level of quality, keep accurate accounts of time and production.
• Must keep production on schedule, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Must be able to interact with other team members while in cooperative working relationships.
• Must be able to walk, sit and/or stand throughout an eight-hour (or longer) day.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from floor/up to 120 lbs. from table position to chest high using a proper lifting technique.
• Must be able to repetitively use arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate tools and parts.
• Must demonstrate good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Must be able to read and perform basic math calculations, have an understanding of Geometry/Trigonometry
• Must keep a well-groomed and dressed appearance (No loose clothing, shorts, rings or dangling jewelry).
• Must wear closed toe shoes.
• Must comply with all Personal Protection Equipment requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating manual machines, tools, and CNC equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree/Vocational College Degree in Industrial Technology or Machinist Apprenticeship.
• 3–5+ years of hands‑on experience as a Machinist in a high‑precision job shop or production environment.
• CNC experience