Machinist - Model Maker II

LEMO GROUP; Rohnert Park (CA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

LEMO GROUP is seeking an experienced machinist/tooling engineer to support advanced development of new products and processes. You will create prototypes and tooling, program CAM equipment, and design dies, jigs, and fixtures to advance products.

The role requires extensive experience with CNC equipment, reading complex drawings, and developing CAM code while ensuring ISO 13485 documentation per project requirements. Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Ten years related experience in machining and tooling.
• Proficiency with model shop equipment and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Familiarity with CNC G-code and CAD-CAM techniques.
• Ability to follow safety rules and maintain quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with design engineering and operations on new products.
• Identify tooling and equipment needs for product advancement.
• Manufacture tooling and fixtures including mold tools.
• Set up, program, and operate CNC equipment (4-axis mill, lathe with live tooling).
• Read drawings and interpret dimensions and tolerances accurately.
• Maintain equipment per maintenance schedules and IQOQPQ plans.
• Manage shop floor tooling and estimate costs for prototypes.
• Develop CAM code for new and existing products.
• Inspect machined components for quality and compliance with specs.
• Assist in assembly tool development for existing and new designs.

Kenntnisse

Machining guidance

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Ausbildung

High School/GED plus machine tool technology

Tools

CNC milling machines

CNC lathe with live tooling

4-axis mill

CAD-CAM software

Precision inspection tools

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

Supports advanced development of new products and processes by creating prototypes & tooling in support of R&D. The work includes programming CAM equipment, designing and building tools, dies, jigs in the advancement of products and processes.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborative project team member able to provide machining guidance to the Design Engineering staff and operations personnel on new products.
• Able to identify new equipment needs in support of the advancement of new products.
• Able to manufactures tooling and fixtures including mold tools
• Sets-up, programs and operates CNC equipment including 4 axis mill, lathe with live tooling and sub-spindles, including sliding headstock configuration.
• Able to read engineering drawings and effectively interprets dimensions and tolerances
• Performs equipment maintenance as defined by Maintenance & Task Schedule Binder
• Supports new equipment qualifications through IQOQPQ techniques.
• Manages and maintains shop floor tooling
• Identifies new equipment requirements to meet new product challenges
• Provides cost and material estimates for prototypes, tooling, and short run production.
• Develops CAM code in support of new and existing products.
• Responsible for inspecting and assuring quality of machined components
• Responsible for ISO 13485 documentation per specific project requirements
• Sets-up and operates various manual equipment including mills, lathes, grinders and drill-press
• Assist in assembly tool development for existing & new product designs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School or G.E.D. equivalent and machine tool technology program
• Ten (10) years related experience
• Working knowledge of model shop equipment and tools
• Working knowledge of precision inspection tools to verify prototype and production components
• Knowledge of CNC "G-code" and current CAD-CAM techniques and software
• Ability to interpret and follow all safety rules and regulations
• Strong attention to detail, time management, organizational skills, and ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products

PHYSICAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Typical Working Conditions Machine shop, manufacturing floor; exposure to fumes and chemicals is limited but not absent.

Equipment Used:

Manual mill, manual lathe, CNC mill, CNC lathe, surface grinder, tool grinder, pedestal grinder, band saw, drill press;

Precision measurement tools. Safety glasses, gloves, face masks, earplugs, anti-fatigue mats; computer and office equipment.

Essential Physical Tasks:

Sitting/standing for prolonged periods of time; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, and crouch; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.