Machinist I

Clarkson University; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Free tuition for employees and depend­

Job summary

Clarkson University is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate standard metalworking tools, hand tools, and CNC equipment. The role involves fabricating mechanical parts, teaching tool operation, and translating ideas into working models for education and research.

You will work with students and staff in a clean machine shop, with a focus on precision, safety, and independent judgment. The position may be 10 or 12 months, compensation ranges per hour with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Demonstrate Mechanical Aptitude.
• Associate degree with Journeyman certificate in machine trades preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and mills.
• Program, operate and maintain CNC lathes and machine centers.
• Develop fixtures for stable machining operations.
• Read prints and use inspection tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Work with faculty, staff and students on designing and fabricating parts.
• Instruct students in safe operation of machine tools.

Skills

Manual machining

CNC programming

Measurement accuracy

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree with Journeyman certificate

Tools

CAD/Mastercam

Job description

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $22.50 /Hr.

Overview

Performs skilled work in set up and operation of all standard metal working machine tools, hand power tools, and hand tools to make and install mechanical parts or assemblies. Routinely works independently and shows good judgment with approach to complex setups and operations. Completes assignments with no direct supervision or input on day-to-day machining tasks. Develops, constructs, and repairs experimental/scientific equipment with an appropriate level of precision. This may include translating ideas originated by scientists/ engineers/ students into informally designed working models. Teaches students proper operation of machine tools. The position requires the use of considerable inventiveness, structural visualization, and creative ability. Works and effectively communicates with co-workers and immediate supervisor. Performs other related job duties as requested by immediate and higher level supervisors.

Clarkson University also provides generous paid time off and free tuition for employees and their eligible children. The machine shop is a clean, professional environment supporting both education and research. It is a great place for lifetime learners with opportunities to learn about advanced research and work with bright, motivated students.

This role may be structured as either a 10-month or 12-month position based on candidate preference and departmental needs.

Responsibilities

Machinist 1 must have training or work experience in a minimum of 6 of the 21 following bulleted responsibilities and a desire to learn the other responsibilities.

Manual and CNC Machine Operation

• Operate manual lathes and mills.
• Ability to select the proper tooling, speeds and feeds for appropriate material removal rates on complex, tight tolerance (+/- 0.001") components.
• Understand the properties and skillfully work engineering materials including ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, as well as plastics, wood, and epoxy resins.
• Finish above mentioned materials to micro-tolerances where required.
• Develop and produce appropriate fixtures to ensure stable platform for machining operations.
• Proficient with basic and advanced inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.)
• Program, operate and maintain CNC lathes and machine centers.
• Develop programs for various machines with knowledge of “G code”
• Uses CAD/ Mastercam for generating complex 3-D surface toolpaths.
• Utilize conversational programming at the machine for the production of corner radii, slots, drill cycles, and thread milling operations.
• Setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and calculating requirements through the use of basic math, geometry and trigonometry

Prototype Design and Fabrication-

• Work closely with university faculty, staff and students to fabricate unique parts and equipment.
• Recommend material and design changes when appropriate/necessary.
• Design and constructs machinery, tooling, special fixtures and prints using verbal orders, sketches, blueprints, and CAD models.
• Utilize welding and cutting equipment (MIG, TIG, and stick welding, plasma and oxy acetylene cutting).
• Familiar with basic electrical power and industrial controls for maintenance and prototype applications.
• Reviewing CAD models, offering design for manufacturing advice on materials, tolerances, and features as well as mechanism design.

Shop Supervision/Training-

• Provide instruction/training to students/associates regarding the safe and basic-level operational techniques for machining equipment. This position will instruct short non-credit introductory classes in machine tool operation and/or welding.
• Demonstrate excellent housekeeping practices within the work space.
• Comply with applicable health and safety programs, reinforce continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education:

Minimal Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Demonstrate Mechanical Aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications: Associate degree in related field with Journeyman certificate in machine trades.

Experience:

Minimal Experience: 0-2 years of experience in machine trades. Minimally experienced applicants with an ability and desire to learn will be considered.

Preferred Experience: 5+ years of experience in machine trades.

Essential Skills

• Able to build effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the facility and work effectively as a team member.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Read and interpret prints and proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Docs and other relevant applications.

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift and position fixtures and tooling weighing 50 lbs. The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety

Health & Safety:All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records