Machinist - Model Maker II

LEMO GROUP; Rohnert Park (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LEMO GROUP in California seeks an experienced machinist to prototype tooling and support R&D by programming CAM equipment and building tools, dies, and jigs for new products.

You will set up and run CNC machines (4-axis mill, lathe with live tooling, sub-spindles) and read drawings to verify tolerances, while maintaining tooling and ensuring quality with ISO 13485 considerations.

Qualifications

• Ten years related experience.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret tolerances.
• Knowledge of CNC G-code and CAD-CAM techniques and software.
• Adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Design Engineering and operations on new products.
• Identify equipment needs to advance new products.
• Manufacture tooling and fixtures including mold tools.
• Set up, program and operate CNC equipment (4 axis mill, lathe with live tooling, sub-spindles).
• Read engineering drawings and interpret dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform equipment maintenance per schedule.
• Support equipment qualifications using IQOQPQ.
• Manage and maintain shop floor tooling.
• Provide cost and material estimates for prototypes and tooling.
• Develop CAM code for new and existing products.
• Inspect machined components for quality.
• Set up and operate manual mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses.
• Assist in assembly tool development for existing and new designs.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School or GED

Machine tool technology program

Tools

CAD-CAM software

G-code programming

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.