Machinist, Vertical Boring Mill (Turning) - 3rd Shift

MetalTek International; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MetalTek International is seeking skilled machinists in the Waukesha, WI area to set up and operate vertical boring mills and related CNC equipment. You will work from prints and routings to meet precise dimensions, checking tolerances with measuring tools and recording results.

Strong math, blueprint reading and problem-solving skills are required, with 2+ years of machining experience including CNC setup. Physical capability to lift up to 38 lbs is expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machining experience including CNC setup.
• Knowledge of CNC controls, preferably Fanuc.
• Strong shop math, blueprint reading and problem solving.
• Experience with large turning machines is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 38 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate various sizes of Vertical Boring Mills to turn, bore, face, groove, mill, and drill on a variety of work to obtain proper print dimensions.
• Work with and obtain tight tolerances on parts, checking own work with measuring instruments and documenting results.
• Work from routings, process sheets, die drawings and blueprints. Select speeds, feeds, tooling and operational sequence. Prove out and make minor edits to CNC programs.
• Position, align and secure work piece. May require the use of locating fixtures. Machines may be equipped with CNC controls. Select and prepare tools to meet varying conditions and materials.
• Actively participate in machining team efforts and department continuous improvement activities.

Skills

CNC setup

Fanuc controls

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

Our Machinists:

• Set up, adjust and operate various sizes of Vertical Boring Mills to turn, bore, face, groove, mill, and drill on a variety of work to obtain proper print dimensions.
• Work with and obtain tight tolerances on parts, checking own work with measuring instruments and documenting results.
• Work from routings, process sheets, die drawings and blueprints. Select speeds, feeds, tooling and operational sequence. Prove out and make minor edits to CNC programs.
• Position, align and secure work piece. May require the use of locating fixtures. Machines may be equipped with CNC controls. Select and prepare tools to meet varying conditions and materials.
• Actively participate in machining team efforts and department continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• 2+ years minimum machining experience including setup of CNC machines
• Knowledge of CNC machine controls, preferably Fanuc
• Strong shop math, blueprint reading, and problem solving skills
• Large turning machine experience preferred
• Short run/job shop experience preferred
• Large part and crane experience a plus
• Ability to lift up to 38 lbs

MetalTek International solves customer metals challenges employing the industry’s leading combination of broad metals, process expertise and technology. Employing diverse casting methods, including; centrifugal casting, investment casting, sand casting and continuous casting, machining, fabrication, and testing capabilities, MetalTek produces components that meet or exceed heat, wear, corrosion and compliance requirements.

Headquartered in Waukesha, WI, USA, MetalTek operates facilities worldwide utilizing over 1,000,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Deep metallurgical knowledge, innovative hybrid casting solutions, broad metals technologies, and numerous industry certifications allow MetalTek to provide proven metal solutions for multiple high performance markets including aerospace, petrochemical processing, mining, nuclear power and turbine engine.

MetalTek offers a wide variety of career opportunities, with challenges and rewards as diverse as the products we manufacture. We recognize the value of each person's contribution to the success of our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Drug Free Workplace