Machinist II, Day Shift

Chromalox; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalox in Ogden, Utah, is seeking a Machinist II for the Day Shift to set up and operate mills, lathes, and other machining centers to fabricate precision parts for our industrial heating solutions.

You will verify conformance to specifications, measure with micrometers and height gauges, select and secure fixtures and tools, and adjust controls to maintain tolerance. We’re committed to a safe, efficient shop and to teamwork that drives TPM and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, work orders, diagrams, and instructions with accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret measurement devices and print specifications.
• Detail-oriented with ability to maintain tolerances and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates machines and machining centers to fabricate parts and assemble units.
• Verifies conformance of processes or work piece to specifications and measures dimensions.
• Selects and aligns fixtures, tools, and attachments on mills, lathes, grinders, and shapers; maintains safety.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Machining setup

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Jig borers

Grinders

Shapers

Job description

Machinist II, Day Shift

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

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.

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.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

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.