Machinist

Safariland; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer paid life insurance and AD&D

Employer paid disability

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Safariland is seeking a Level 2 CNC machinist to process, program and set up prototype and production parts. You will set up, program, and operate 3-axis CNC machines, select tooling, run production and rapid prototype jobs, and troubleshoot issues to ensure parts meet customer drawings.

You will also inspect orders and help develop junior machinists, including CNC and manual setup. The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, reading drawings, and clear communication with machinists and

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely operate CNC equipment and understand setup of multiple machines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Good problem-solving skills and clear communication of status to team.
• Knowledge of basic G and M codes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate 3 axis CNC machines.
• Select and order appropriate tooling for the job.
• Run production and rapid prototype jobs.
• Troubleshoot and correct issues in manufactured parts.
• Inspect orders to meet customer print requirements.
• Assist in developing lower-level machinists.
• CNC and manual lathe and mill setup.

Skills

Read drawings

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

NFT Machine Shop – G and M codes

MasterCam Level 2 Certification

GD&T knowledge

Job description

TOGETHER, WE SAVE LIVES

Position Summary

Level 2 CNC machinist. Process, program and setup prototype and production parts.

Position Summary

Level 2 CNC machinist. Process, program and setup prototype and production parts.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Set up, program, and operate 3 axis CNC machines. [JR – Set up and operate, limited programming.]
• Select and order the appropriate tooling needed for the job at hand.
• Run production and rapid prototype jobs.
• Trouble shoot problems of parts being manufactured and find solutions to correct the problems.
• Inspect one-off and multiple-piece orders to meet customer print requirements.
• Help develop lower-level machinists as instructed.
• CNC and Manual Lathe and mill setup

Essential Job Requirements

• Must possess the ability to safely operate, understand and setup many pieces of CNC equipment along with other manual pieces of equipment.
• Be able to read and understand drawings.
• Apply good communication skills to relay to other machinists and managers the status of current jobs, problems, and any other pertinent work information.
• Job hour estimation.
• Fixture creation. [NFT Machine Shop – Not required but preferred.]
• Good problem-solving skills.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• NFT Machine Shop – Basic understanding of G and M codes.
• Level 2 Certification in MasterCam. [NFT Machine Shop – Not required but preferred.]
• Good knowledge of GD&T.
• General math skills. Including basic trigonometry and algebra.
• High school diploma or GED

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required.

Limitations And Disclaimers

NFT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties request by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties request by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible Employees Are Offered

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.