Prototype Manual Machinist

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation

3% 401K contribution

Company events

Job summary

Sonatech, LLC in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a Prototype Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathe and milling machines to fabricate parts. You will read blueprints, plan job sequences, and ensure tolerances using precision measurement tools.

Responsibilities include daily machine maintenance, occasional CNC operation, and strict adherence to ISO procedures and safety guidelines. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or an apprenticeship is a plus.
• Experience operating manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prototype on manual mill and lathe tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Plan sequence of actions for job completion.
• Use measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
• Perform daily and periodic maintenance on machinery.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes when needed.
• Follow ISO requirements and safety procedures.
• Comply with quality policies, specifications and instructions.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

CNC operation

Tool wear offsets

Safety compliance

ISO procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or apprenticeship (asset)

Tools

Calipers

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Job description

Sonatech, LLC is a premier undersea acoustics engineering and manufacturing company. With a focus on supplying advanced sonar solutions for the US Navy, our technical expertise, customized design capabilities and diverse manufacturing abilities have led to Sonatech products being deployed on virtually every class of underwater Navy system currently in operation.

Located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA we pride ourselves as having a culture of innovation as well as first-class customer service. Sonatech has a challenging and rewarding work environment where employees have the opportunity to develop their careers by taking on new responsibilities and providing innovative solutions.

Position Summary

Under minimal supervision, the Prototype Manual Machinist will set up and operate Lathe and Milling machines to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform set-up and prototype on manual mill and lathe tasks in a safe and responsible manner
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
• Use measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
• Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery
• Operate CNC mills and lathes when needed
• Utilize and abide by ISO requirements and safety procedures
• Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions

Required Qualifications

• Experience in using manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.)
• Ability to use precision tools (e.g., calipers) to take accurate measurements
• Understand and have the ability to perform tool wear offsets
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset
• 18+ Years of age
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental and vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 3% 401K contribution (no matching required), company events

Salary Range

Salary range: $25 - $35/hour

Sonatech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.