Sheet Metal Machinist: Precision & Impact

Protolabs; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

PTO & Holidays

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Protolabs in Nashua, NH seeks a Sheet Metal Machine Operator to join a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing team. You will operate lasers, press brakes and related equipment to produce precision sheet metal parts that meet strict specifications.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, ensure quality inspections, and sustain a safe, efficient production flow while maintaining organization on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Machining in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education.
• Familiarity with the tools of the trade; Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks, CAD/CAM.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges.
• Ability to interpret and explain written and statistical data.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner.
• Highly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Commitment to customer or employee service.
• Previous experience in a Sheet Metal manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operating lasers, press brakes, hardware insertion machines and drills to produce sheet metal parts.
• Loading programs to the machines and changing offsets in the machine if needed.
• Must have a basic understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part.
• Perform thorough part inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to part quality requirements.
• Ensure jobs are run in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery.
• Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
• Follows all processes and procedures during the shift, escalates problem areas to shift team lead/supervisor as appropriate.
• Support daily production by identifying solutions for chronic issues and problems that cannot be resolved by production associates.
• Maintaining a neat and organized production area consistent with Protolabs housekeeping standards.
• Working in a safe manner consistent with Protolabs policies.
• Self-starter capable of dealing with a variety of tasks in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Ensuring completion of operator PMs during shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Machining in prototype manufacturing

Measuring instruments

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Productivity improvement

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD/CAM

Job description

Protolabs in Nashua, NH seeks a Sheet Metal Machine Operator to join a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing team. You will operate lasers, press brakes and related equipment to produce precision sheet metal parts that meet strict specifications.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, ensure quality inspections, and sustain a safe, efficient production flow while maintaining organization on the shop floor.