Machinist II - 2nd Shift

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Town of Conklin (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits

Job summary

Universal Instruments in New York is seeking a skilled machinist for a 2nd shift role (3:00pm–11:30pm). You will fabricate prototype and production parts, read drawings, set up CNC mills/lathes, and inspect outcomes to spec. CAD/CAM proficiency and GD&T knowledge are essential for quality.

The position requires a High School Diploma with 1–3 years of experience; formal machine shop training is acceptable. We offer robust benefits and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• This role requires a High School Diploma with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Formal training in an accredited machine shop or certificate program may be accepted in lieu of experience.
• Ability to operate manual lathes and milling machines, hand tools, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ability to program CNC machines mills and lathes; CNC experience preferred.
• CNC experience with metals and plastics is preferred.
• Computer literacy with CAM programming is required.
• Basic CAD knowledge; ability to read mechanical drawings.
• Strong technical math background and knowledge of GD&T.
• Attention to detail and good communication; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Layout and plan work from drawings or specifications.
• Operate equipment to produce components with specified dimensions and finishes.
• Gaging and inspecting work to align with engineering specs.
• Assemble machine and subassemblies per prints and documentation.
• Test and debug machines/subassemblies to meet specs.
• Align, fit, or assemble parts with hand/power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.

Skills

Read drawings

CAD knowledge

CAM programming

GD&T

CNC programming

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety practices

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Machine shop certificate/training

Tools

CNC machines

Lathes

Milling machines

Drill presses

Job description

Courtesy Note:

• This role is a 2nd shift position Monday through Friday, with start time at 3:00pm and end time at 11:30pm.

Summary:

• This role will be responsible for the fabrication of prototype and production parts.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Layout and plan work from mechanical drawings, rough sketches, or other oral or written specifications.
• Operate equipment to produce component parts with specified dimensions and finishes from a wide variety of materials.
• Gaging and inspecting work to align with engineering specifications.
• Assembling machine and subassemblies according to prints, process sheets, and relevant documentation.
• Testing and debugging machines and subassemblies to meet established machine specifications.
• Align, fit, or assemble component parts using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes

Positional Requirements:

• High School Diploma with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Formal training in an accredited machine shop or certificate program may be accepted in lieu of experience.
• Ability to use and manualLathes and milling machines, hand tools, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ability to program CNC machines mills and lathes would be preferred.
• CNC machines experience is preferred. All grades of metal and plastics.
• Computer literacy, with an emphasis on CAM programing as applicable.
• Basic knowledge of CAD (open, chart, create layout, make minor modifications)
• Ability to read mechanical drawings
• Strong technical math background.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Attention to detail including good communication skills.
• Ability to get along with co-workers and work within a team.
• Ability to occasionally work flexible hours when necessary.
• Able to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Ability to adhere to applicable safety practices.

Responsibility for Quality Procedures or Direct Product Quality:

• Adheres to Universal Quality System policies and procedures and standard problem solving tools to continuously improve work processes.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work at tool-room work stations; bending, reaching, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit or stand at work station for extended periods of time.
• Must demonstrate good eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills.
• Requires the ability to use a computer on a frequent basis

Universal Instruments is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer

Target Hourly Pay Rate:$25.00/hr - $29.00/hr + Robust Benefits