Sr. R&D Machinist

HIGHRIDGE Inc.; Westminster, Northern (CO, KY); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Highridge Medical is seeking a Sr. R&D Swiss Machinist to lead the Swiss machining operations in our prototyping shop.

You will program, setup, and operate Swiss CNC equipment and work from drawings and models to produce prototype components. You will manage department priorities, materials, calibration, maintenance, and vendor coordination, while collaborating with engineering on design for manufacturing and fixture development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating Swiss Type CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical degree, vocational training, apprenticeship, or certification in machining preferred.
• Ability to review CAD drawings and work with engineering on design for manufacturing (DFM).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously in an R&D prototype shop.

Responsabilités

• Program, perform setup, and operate Swiss CNC equipment.
• Operate manual mills, lathes, and finishing equipment to create prototype parts and fixtures.
• Manage materials, budgeting, and equipment maintenance for the Swiss department.
• Collaborate with engineering on product design for manufacturing and fixture development.
• May perform basic inspection of parts and fixtures.

Connaissances

Swiss CNC machining

Shop operations management

Manual & CNC equipment operation

Detail-oriented

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

## Sr. R&D MachinistApply: US CO Westminster: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR100128Sr. R&D MachinistHighridge Medical creates innovative spinal solutions across the spectrum from Motion Preservation to MIS to Bone Healing to Core Spine. Working at Highridge Medical is not just work. Life at Highridge Medical is purpose driven. Every day, you have the privilege of using your talents to demonstrate Confidence in your work and restore Confidence for our patients. Confidence that moves. We are seeking an Sr R&D Swiss Machinist responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the swiss machines in an R&D prototype shop while remaining an expert in manufacturing engineering prototypes, test fixtures, and existing parts to support product development. This role will manage the swiss department priorities, equipment readiness, materials, maintenance, and work execution. This individual will work from drawings, models, sketches, and verbal instructions while collaborating closely with engineering teams to create high-quality prototype components, assemblies, and fixtures. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:· Serves as the senior technical resource for swiss machining· Programs, performs setup, and operates Swiss CNC equipment· May operate manual equipment, including mills and lathes, hand tools, and finishing equipment such as bead blasters and sanders to create prototype parts, assemblies, and test fixturing.· May use CNC programming to create parts and fixtures.· Works from blueprints, sketches, prints, models, or verbal instructions and utilizes sophisticated metal and plastic equipment for fabrication.· Manages ordering of materials and working to a budget for swiss department· Manages equipment, including calibration or service coordination, maintenance planning, and replacement or upgrade recommendations.· May review CAD drawings and work with engineering on design for manufacturing (DFM) as part of the product development process.· May perform basic inspection on parts and fixtures.· May perform preventative maintenance and upkeep of equipment.This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the \"essential functions\" for purposes of the ADA. Expected Areas of Competence (i.e., knowledge, skills, and abilities)· Demonstrated ability to manage shop operations, prioritize work, coordinate resources, and maintain a safe, organized, and responsive R&D prototype shop.· Advanced working knowledge and ability to operate Swiss-type CNC equipment.· Ability to operate manual and CNC equipment, as well as conventional metal cutting and plastic working equipment.· Working knowledge of stainless steel, titanium, UHMWPE plastic, ceramics, cold and hot rolled steel, brass, tool steels, aluminum, rubber, and castings.· Ability to utilize hand tools to assemble and/or modify parts and fixtures.· Capable of laying out work in the most cost-effective manner from the information available.· Ability to collaborate with engineering teams on product design and prototype development.· Strong attention to detail.· Strong attention to detail, ownership mindset, sound judgment, adaptability, and ability to work autonomously while supporting R&D decision-making and continuous improvement.· Ability to operate Swiss-type CNC equipment. Education/Experience Requirements· High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required· Minimum of 5 years of experience operating Swiss Type CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment· Technical degree, vocational training, Apprenticeship, or certification in machining or a related field preferred.Travel Requirements<5%