Machinist II

Chromalox; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalox in Ogden, Utah is looking for a Machinist II to operate manual mills and lathes. The successful candidate will set up and manage machines to fabricate parts, ensuring all processes conform to specifications. Essential qualifications include a high school diploma, 3-4 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in precision measurement. Strong communication skills are needed. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to maintain a clean work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years related experience and/or training in machining.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using various measuring methods.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines to fabricate parts.
• Verify conformance of parts to specifications using precision measurements.
• Conduct tests and inspections of products to ensure compliance.

Skills

Precision measurement

Manual Mills operation

Lathes operation

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Height gauges

Precision measuring devices

Job description

Machinist II

Sets up and operates machines and machining centers to fabricate parts; fits and assembles machined parts into complete units, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and layout techniques.

Your Responsibilities

• Verifies conformance of processes or work piece to specifications.
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
• 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, using precision measurements, including micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plate, surface table, hand tools, and power tools.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on machines as scheduled and required for TPM. Works individually and as a team.
• Conducts tests and inspections of products, examines products or work to verify conformance to specifications.
• May be required to cross train and demonstrate competency on all essential job functions of the department working at different workstations as production needs require.
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; training and teaching others.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
• Support of and involvement in company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs and activities.

Must know how to set up and run Manual Mills and Lathes

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with 3-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, proportions and decimals. Ability and understanding of various measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, work instructions, diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Good verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in follow through, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.