Machinist - Firearms

Primary Weapons Systems; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Weapons Systems in Boise, Idaho is seeking an experienced CNC machinist to fabricate piece parts from engineering models using CNC equipment. The position follows a 4-day week with 10-hour days, focusing on precision and quality in production.

You will operate CNC mills and lathes, read blueprints, and monitor parts throughout the process. Maintaining tools, machines, and a clean workspace is essential to meet delivery schedules and lean manufacturing goals.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills or lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• G and M code knowledge recommended.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers and other measurement tools.
• Familiar with Haas, Okuma, Mori controls recommended.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines for production.
• Inspect parts before, during and after machining.
• Maintain CNC machines per operator-level requirements.
• Maintain neat and organized workspace.

Skills

CNC milling

CNC turning

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Tools

Haas controls

Okuma controls

Mori controls

Job description

Position Summary:

Fabricates piece parts based on engineering models using CNC equipment. 4 days a week 10 hours per day

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate CNC machines for production.
• Inspect parts before, during and after machining.
• Maintain CNC machines per operator-level requirements. (not full preventive maintenance)
• Maintain neat and organized workspace.

Competencies:

• To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:
• Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Able to deliver needed information to fellow machinists during shift change-over
• Customer Service - Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Dependability - Commits to doing the best job possible. Follows instruction. Keeps commitments. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Planning & Organization - Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
• Quality - Fosters quality focus in others. Improves processes.
• Use of Technology - Adapts to new technologies. Demonstrates required skills.

Lean Manufacturing

• Exercises a commitment to driving value and eliminating waste.

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
• Experience operating CNC mills or lathes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings
• G and M code knowledge is recommended
• Ability to use various measurement tools, including but not limited to calipers and micrometers
• Experience with Haas, Okuma, and Mori controls is recommended.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is typically required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.