Sinker EDM Operator

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com is seeking a Sinker EDM Operator to set up, operate, and monitor sinker EDM machines to produce precision metal components from engineering drawings.

You will select tooling, adjust voltage and pulse duration, load workpieces, and inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM to ensure tolerances and finishes meet specifications.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sinker EDM machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Select and install electrodes, fixtures, and tooling.
• Set machine parameters such as voltage, amperage, pulse duration, and flushing.
• Load and position workpieces accurately.
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments as needed.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Maintain required dimensional tolerances and surface finishes.
• Troubleshoot basic machine and machining problems.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area clean and safe.
• Document production, inspection, and machine information.
• Follow company quality, safety, and production procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Interpret drawings

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CMM

Job description

Sinker EDM Operator

Job Summary: Responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring sinker EDM machines to produce precision metal components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sinker EDM machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Select and install electrodes, fixtures, and tooling.
• Set machine parameters such as voltage, amperage, pulse duration, and flushing.
• Load and position workpieces accurately.
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments as needed.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM equipment.
• Maintain required dimensional tolerances and surface finishes.
• Troubleshoot basic machine and machining problems.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and keep the work area clean and safe.
• Document production, inspection, and machine information.
• Follow company quality, safety, and production procedures.