Machinist

Flex Tek; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and NC machines to fabricate metal and nonmetal parts. You will study blueprints, measure dimensions, and adjust tooling to ensure parts meet specifications.

Regularly inspect first pieces and collaborate with engineers to resolve machining issues. This role requires standing, lifting up to 25 pounds, and precise focus on tolerances, with opportunities for professional growth in a growing

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent, or 2–3 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Set up and operate CNC mills, CNC lathes, and grinders.
• Select tools, fixtures, and materials; adjust speeds and feeds.
• Observe machines to detect malfunctions and maintain quality conformance.
• Perform first piece inspections and assist engineers with problem solving.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Education

Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Job description

Ready to make your next move? A career atSTS Aerospaceallows you to take ownership of challenges, think creatively and be a part of our exciting growth journey.

STS Aerospacein Laconia, NH is searching for aMachinistto join the team. This position involves the set-up and operation of conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Job Description

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as CNC mills, CNC lathes, and grinders
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
• Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
• Completes first piece inspections
• Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Consistently, regularly and predictably at work and on time.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

Educations & Certifications

Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental & Visioninsurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.