Precision Finishing Technician

Major Tool & Machine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a machinist to study blueprints, select tooling, and grind and finish metal parts to drawing specifications. The role involves reading drawings, setting up grinders, and performing precise measurements to ensure conformance with tolerances.

The candidate will inspect with calipers and micrometers, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and operate related computer programs used in the production cell.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprint or layout on work pieces and select files/abrasive tools according to material, size and shape of work, and amount of stock to be removed, applying knowledge of filing procedures.
• Operate powered hand grinder to remove bead, grind curved surfaces to specified radii, remove machining marks, and smooth die surfaces.
• File work pieces surface to layout lines, and inspects with magnifying glass.
• Stone surfaces of cavity and gutters to drawing.
• Verify conformity of finished work pieces by positioning work pieces against template or other part, or by measuring dimensions, using instruments, such as vernier calipers, micrometers, and surface gauges.
• Smooth and polish work pieces with emery cloth or power grinder and feels surface with fingers for smoothness.
• Visually and tactually inspect surfaces for flaws and smoothness.
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate activities.
• Operate computer programs associated with operating cell
• Clean around work areas, using broom and shovel.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a machinist to study blueprints, select tooling, and grind and finish metal parts to drawing specifications. The role involves reading drawings, setting up grinders, and performing precise measurements to ensure conformance with tolerances.

The candidate will inspect with calipers and micrometers, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and operate related computer programs used in the production cell.