Precision Machinist (Mill/Lathe) – Craft Precision Parts

HEICO; Edgewood (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO is seeking a skilled machinist to operate machine tools and fabricate, modify, or repair precision mechanical instruments. You will work from travelers and blueprints, applying knowledge of machining methods and metal properties.

Candidates should read micrometers and bore gauges, center chucks, and machine parts to specification. Basic computer skills are helpful, and safety procedures must be followed on all operations.

Qualifications

• Must read, speak, and write English.
• Basic computer skills are helpful.
• Prior work experience in conventional machining (Mill / Lathe) is helpful but not required.
• Should be able to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of how to handle non-conforming product and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand the proper operation of your machine, reporting any problems to Management.
• Use and be able to read micrometers and bore gauges.
• Center chucks on machine to accept parts for grinding.
• Machine indicate or "zero" parts on machines.
• Machine parts to the specifications called for on "Travelers".
• Properly lubricate grinding equipment and parts.
• Understand the dust recovery system and safety rules for grinding dust and dressing rock dust.

Skills

Micrometers & bore gauges

Blueprint reading

English language

Basic computer skills

Tools

Mill / Lathe

Job description

HEICO is seeking a skilled machinist to operate machine tools and fabricate, modify, or repair precision mechanical instruments. You will work from travelers and blueprints, applying knowledge of machining methods and metal properties.

Candidates should read micrometers and bore gauges, center chucks, and machine parts to specification. Basic computer skills are helpful, and safety procedures must be followed on all operations.