Machinist - APP

Ctspring; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Farmington is seeking an experienced technician to operate and set up machine tools for precision manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in machining or grinding, strong skills in interpreting blueprints, and the ability to operate forklifts safely. This role emphasizes adherence to safety standards and quality assurance in the production process while also requiring physical ability for precision work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the field of machining and/or grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to operate Forklift equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up and operates standard machine tools to manufacture machine parts.
• Builds gauges as required.
• Operates forklift trucks and other material devices.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Ability to operate Forklift equipment

Ability to make independent judgment decisions

Education

High School or Trade School graduate

5+ years of experience in machining and/or grinding

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Works independently to diagnosis or work from relatively complex verbal or written instructions from tool & die makers or supervision

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Description of Duties

Primary

• Sets-up and operates standard machine tools and other machinery to close tolerances in manufacturing machine parts.
• Builds gauges as required.
• Meets with other personnel regarding instruction, in the design, maintenance or repair of tooling to assure quality standard.
• May be required to assist or otherwise instruct other personnel.
• Operates forklift trucks and other material devices in the movement of heavy machinery.
• Performs Lock out Tag out safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Maintains required records.

Other

• Maintains adherence to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and good housekeeping standards.
• May be required to assist or otherwise instruct other personnel.
• Performs other duties as may be required.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High School, Trade School graduate or demonstrated equivalent skills.
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in the field of machining and/or grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to operate Forklift equipment.
• Ability to make independent judgment decisions

Physical Requirements

• Visual ability (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work.
• Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending.
• Ability to lift objects from lower to a higher position or moving horizontally from position-to-position.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs unassisted.

The above description reflects a general outline considered necessary to describe the principle function of the job identified. It shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job