Manual Machinist

LVMH Group; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiffany & Co. is seeking a Manual Machinist in Rhode Island to set up and operate Bridgeport mills, Hardinge lathes, and grinders for precision turning, boring, threading, and drilling. You will develop tooling and fixtures for short-run jobs and assist with CNC tooling for production runs.

You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and collaborate with engineers to ensure tight tolerances and high-quality surface finishes. Overtime may be required in this hands-on shop role.

Qualifications

• Technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Read blueprints and sketches; interpret verbal instructions for machining.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Over-Time availability as needed; attention to detail and practical problem-solving.
• Experience with fixture and tooling development for short runs and CNC production tooling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machines including Bridgeport Mills and Hardinge Lathes.
• Produce components to blueprint specs using measuring equipment for quality control.
• Select tooling and cutters; troubleshoot with engineers on R&D projects.
• Inspect first run pieces and perform spot checks on subsequent parts.

Skills

Manual machining

Hardinge lathes

Bridgeport milling

Grinders

Fixtures and tooling

Quality inspection

Education

Technical school

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier

Height Gauges

Bore Gauges

Comparators

Vision Systems

Job description

The Manual Machinist will must be able to set up and operate manual Hardinge lathes, Bridgeport milling machines and Grinders to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, threading, knurling, slots and drilling and tapping using rotary tables and indexing heads etc. Must be capable of trouble shooting and developing fixtures and tooling for use in short run jobs and to develop tooling for CNC Production runs as well as tool grinding as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Set-up and run various machines, such as Bridgeport Mills and Hardinge Lathes, and medium-size lathes, surface grinders, and tool grinders.

Ensure all machined components produced meet Blueprint specifications by using appropriate measuring equipment, such as Micrometers, Vernier, Height Gauges, Bore Gauges, Comparators, Vision Systems, etc.

• Must be able to select suitable tooling and cutters.
• Must be to able Read blueprints and sketches as well as take verbal instruction to determine machining to be done,
• Capable of Making and repairing fixtures and tooling for Production runs
• Need to be capable of producing quality surface finishes and holding tight Tolerances.
• Needs to be able to troubleshoot and work with engineers on various R&D projects
• Needs to be flexible.
• Inspect first run piece and spot check succeeding pieces for conformance specifications.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and work Over-Time when needed. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Technical school; orThe Manual Machinist will must be able to set up and operate manual Hardinge lathes, Bridgeport milling machines and Grinders to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, threading, knurling, slots and drilling and tapping using rotary tables and indexing heads etc. Must be capable of trouble shooting and developing fixtures and tooling for use in short run jobs and to develop tooling for CNC Production runs as well as tool grinding as needed.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Set-up and run various machines, such as Bridgeport Mills and Hardinge Lathes, and medium-size lathes, surface grinders, and tool grinders.
• Ensure all machined components produced meet Blueprint specifications by using appropriate measuring equipment, such as Micrometers, Vernier, Height Gauges, Bore Gauges, Comparators, Vision Systems, etc.
• Must be able to select suitable tooling and cutters.
• Must be to able Read blueprints and sketches as well as take verbal instruction to determine machining to be done,
• Capable of Making and repairing fixtures and tooling for Production runs
• Need to be capable of producing quality surface finishes and holding tight Tolerances.
• Needs to be able to troubleshoot and work with engineers on various R&D projects
• Needs to be flexible.
• Inspect first run piece and spot check succeeding pieces for conformance specifications.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Required Qualifications:
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and work Over-Time when needed. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Technical school; or 5+ years minimum related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems using a common-sense approach.
• Ability to interpret and carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Attention to detail and ability to deal with problems.
• Make decisions reflecting knowledge of facts, technical expertise and care for employees, customers and or the workplace. Evaluates potential risk.
• Utilizes sound judgment in critical thinking and problem solving.
• Able to provide rationale for decisions, through both written and verbal communication.
• Utilizes appropriate reference materials (employee handbook, policy and procedure manuals) to respond to situations.and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems using a common-sense approach.
• Ability to interpret and carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Attention to detail and ability to deal with problems.
• Make decisions reflecting knowledge of facts, technical expertise and care for employees, customers and or the workplace. Evaluates potential risk.
• Utilizes sound judgment in critical thinking and problem solving.
• Able to provide rationale for decisions, through both written and verbal communication.
• Utilizes appropriate reference materials (employee handbook, policy and procedure manuals) to respond to situations.

Founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany in New York City, Tiffany & Co. is one of the world’s most prestigious houses for jewelry and accessories. Love has been the driving force of Tiffany & Co. since its inception, uniting the jeweler’s core values of inventiveness, craft and joy in designs that endure across generations.
As a global pioneer in the art of fine jewelry, Tiffany has spent almost two centuries perfecting its craft and setting benchmarks within the industry. It is through this unwavering vow to excellence and expertise, to heritage and innovation, to optimism and possibility that Tiffany continues its legacy, creating designs that inspire people to express and celebrate the many facets of love.

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