Manual Machinist

FashionUnited; Cumberland, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FashionUnited is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to set up and operate Bridgeport Mills, Hardinge lathes, surface grinders, and tool grinders in support of production and R&D projects. You will read blueprints, select tooling, and produce high-quality parts with tight tolerances, using micrometers, verniers, height gauges, and other inspection equipment.

overtime may be required to meet schedules. Applicants should have technical training or 5+ years in machining, able to troubleshoot with

Qualifications

• Technical school or 5+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders and follow procedures.
• Ability to read measurements and use standard metrology tools.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed to meet schedules.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and run Bridgeport Mills, Hardinge lathes, surface grinders, and tool grinders.
• Ensure machined components meet blueprint specs using inspection tools.
• Read blueprints/sketches and follow verbal instructions for production.
• Develop fixtures and tooling for short-run production and CNC prep.
• Troubleshoot with engineers on R&D projects.
• Produce quality surface finishes and hold tolerances.
• Inspect first run and spot-check subsequent pieces for conformance.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Overtime readiness

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Technical school or 5+ years related experience

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Comparators

Vision Systems

Rotary tables/indexing heads

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; 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.