Machinist

Diamond Z; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance $20,000

Gain Sharing program

PTO with prorated first year

Uniform discounts

Job summary

Diamond Z in Caldwell, Idaho is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts. You will inspect parts for quality and maintain machines, tooling, and safety practices on the shop floor.

Responsibilities include reading engineering drawings, setting up fixtures, and performing measurements with a tape measure. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work extended shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to use a tape measure and basic measuring tools
• Understanding of machining processes and metal properties

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate basic and specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations
• Machine parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders
• Inspect finished parts for quality and accuracy; report nonconformities to supervisor
• Maintain safety and cleanliness; follow all Diamond Z safety policies

Skills

Read drawings

Tape measure

Machining knowledge

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Machinists are responsible for the set up and operation of a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. May also be responsible for fabricating and modifying parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

Essential Duties

• Visually inspects tools and equipment for safety and proper operation at the beginning of each shift. Notifies supervisor or maintenance of needed repairs or replacements.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to display placement of cuts.
• Check workpieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled.
• Set controls to regulate machining, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Inspects finished parts for quality and accuracy. Informs supervisor of nonconformities.
• Uses and maintains required personal protective equipment as outlined in the Diamond Z Safety Manual.
• Understands and follows all Diamond Z safety policies and procedures.

Other Duties

• Appropriately disposes of scrap material and waste.
• Cleans and organizes work area.
• Assists with special projects as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions

• Temperature and humidity variances consistent with normal outdoor ranges. Climate control in the facilities is limited. May occasionally require working outdoors
• Air contaminates such as smoke and dust may be present but are below the recognized TLV
• The presence of electrical and compressed air sources
• The presence of bottled gas and oxygen
• The presence of chemicals
• The presence of moving equipment, lift trucks, or other vehicles
• May be subject to cramped working conditions in some cases
• Exposure to flying particles, hot or molten metal
• Exposure to light radiation from welding or plasma cutting
• Exposure to sharp edges and points on steel and abrasive tools
• Exposure to falling or rolling steel

• Ability to reach over and around objects to lift, move, or place objects or materials
• Ability to understand written or verbal instructions, operate a tape measure, operate computer software, and understand the difference between various types of steel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occassionally.
• Ability to occasionally lift objects weighing over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to see in order to perform read drawing and instructions, and place materials where needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, squat, kneel, climb, push, pull, reach above shoulder height, and reach below shoulder height.
• Ability to handle, place, manipulate, operate, stack, and connect equipment and materials through fine and basic hand skills.
• Ability to verbally communicate with coworkers and supervisors in a safe and productive manner.
• Ability to work extended shifts to meet business demands.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance policies
• 401(k) options with up to 4% company match
• $20,000 Life Insurance Policy for the employee paid for by Diamond Z
• Gain Sharing Employee Incentive Plan available to all employees after 30 day waiting period
• Prorated PTO amount for the employee's first year of employment after the completion of 90 day probationary period
• Graduated PTO schedule based on seniority within the company at the 1 year, 5, year, and 10 year anniversaries
• Supplemental benefit policies available for buy in including Long and Short Term Disability, employee discount on any purchased tools/items, employee reduced cost on company branded uniforms, Voluntary Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, and children with Guaranteed Issue

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. DZ Grinders, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.