Manual Machinist

ERA Industries LLC; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ERA Industries LLC in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a skilled machinist to operate manual milling machines, lathes and grinders to produce quality parts safely and on schedule.

You will collaborate with QC staff, programmers and engineers to resolve technical issues, document work in the ERP and inspection plans, maintain traceability, and keep the area clean while improving process quality.

Qualifications

• Interpret drawings, work instructions and in-process inspection plans.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Knowledge to use measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, thread gages, bore gages, indicators, height gages, ID micrometers).
• Minimum 2 years of experience using Bridgeport and TREK type mills, manual lathes and/or manual surface and OD grinders.
• Ability to learn Prototrak programming.

Responsibilities

• Machine on manual milling machines, lathes, grinders safely while producing quality parts.
• Work with QC to get first piece approved and in-process inspection plan in place.
• Collaborate with programmers/engineers for technical issues or troubleshooting.
• Document work on in-process inspection plans and in the ERP system to maintain traceability.
• Keep work area clean and organized.

Skills

Interpret drawings

GD&T knowledge

Metrology knowledge

Milling/lathe/grinder experience

Prototrak programming learning

Tools

Bridgeport milling machines

TREK mills

Manual lathes

Manual grinders

Job description

Description

Qualifications:

• Ability to properly interpret drawings, work instructions and in-process inspection plans.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Knowledge to use measuring tools (Micrometers, Calipers, Thread gages, Bore gages, Indicators, Height gages, ID Micrometers, etc.).
• Minimum 2 years of experience using Bridgeport® and TREK® type mills, manual lathes and or manual surface and OD grinders.
• Ability to learn Prototrak programming.

Duties & expectations:

• Machine on manual milling machines, lathes, grinders in a manner that is safe, producing quality product and meeting production expectations set forth by management.
• Work with QC to get first piece approved and in-process inspection plan in place.
• Work with programmers and engineers for any technical issues or trouble shooting on components and fixtures, as needed.
• Document work on in-process inspection plans and the ERP system as applicable to maintain traceability records
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Look for continuous improvement of processes and understand the contribution to the effectiveness of the QMS.
• Communicate any concerns or issues related to production of parts, safety and quality to supervisor for particular machine or project.
• Understand and be aware of FOD prevention and report any incidents to the department manager.
• Be a team player in a team-work environment.
• Have basic measuring tools (Caliper, Micrometer, Test Indicator, etc.).
• Only use calibrated measuring equipment whether personal or company supplied. If not in proper calibration, notify quality department to have calibrated immediately.
• Handle machines, inspection equipment, and parts in a manner that will not cause damage or change product integrity.
• In the event of lack of work or another department needing assistance, you are expected to do any of the following, not limited to: Assembly, Cleaning, Operator, CNC Machining, Tool Management, Inspection.
• Maintain a positive attitude and punctuality.
• Aware of procedures, quality policies, objectives, contribution to conformance of product, safety and ethics.

Requirements

• Ability to properly interpret drawings, work instructions and in-process inspection plans.
• Knowledge of GD&T.
• Knowledge to use measuring tools (Micrometers, Calipers, Thread gages, Bore gages, Indicators, Height gages, ID Micrometers, etc.).
• Minimum 2 years of experience using Bridgeport® and TREK® type mills, manual lathes and or manual surface and OD grinders.
• Ability to learn Prototrak programming.