Toolmaker/Machinist

Arthur G Russell Co; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthur G Russell Co. in Bristol, CT seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to program, set up, and operate CNC and conventional machining equipment, producing complex parts from engineering drawings and verbal instructions.

You will design fixtures, select tooling, and ensure tight tolerances while maintaining quality and efficiency in a full-time, day-shift role. Overtime may be available per production needs.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in CNC programming, setup, and machining, and conventional/manual machining.
• Proficiency with CAM software and ProtoTRAK CNC centers.
• Ability to operate manual mills, lathes, drill presses, grinders.
• Plan machining methods, setups, tooling, feeds, speeds, and sequence of operations.
• Machine complex parts to close tolerances, including ±0.0002 inch.
• Design and fabricate fixtures and tooling.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment and in-process QC.
• Interpret technical drawings and verbal instructions.
• Shop math including trigonometry.
• Strong troubleshooting skills; work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC machines to manufacture parts from drawings or specs.
• Design and build fixtures and tooling; select efficient machining methods.
• Inspect parts with precision measuring equipment and maintain tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, equipment, and quality issues.
• Assist others and maintain time records and a clean work area.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setup

Machining

ProtoTRAK

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ProtoTRAK equipment

CAM software

Job description

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Fabrication Connecticut, Bristol, CT, US

Work independently with minimal supervision to program, set up, and operate CNC and conventional/manual machining equipment to manufacture complex parts from engineering drawings, sketches, specifications, or verbal instructions. Design and build fixtures and tooling, and select efficient machining methods for one-of-a-kind components, low-volume work, and production runs. Maintain quality and tolerances while producing parts in a timely, cost-effective manner.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate jobs and determine the most efficient machining method, equipment, tooling, and sequence of operations.
• Create, modify, and maintain CNC programs and related documentation.
• Set up and operate CNC machining centers, ProtoTRAKs, and conventional/manual machining equipment.
• Machine complex parts from engineering drawings, sketches, specifications, or verbal instructions.
• Design and fabricate fixtures, tooling, and machining aids as needed.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, workholding, and other tooling.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment and adjust processes to maintain quality and tolerances.
• Perform secondary machining and fabrication operations as required.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, equipment, and quality issues.
• Assist and instruct other employees with machine operation, setups, and secondary operations as needed.
• Maintain accurate time and job records.
• Maintain equipment and a clean, orderly work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement and work as a team to maximize productivity and quality.
• Follow company safety policies, AGR Quality System requirements, and ISO procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong experience in CNC programming, setup, and machining, as well as conventional/manual machining.
• Proficiency with CAM/manufacturing software and CNC machining centers, including ProtoTRAK equipment.
• Ability to independently operate manual mills, lathes, drill presses, grinders, and hand tools.
• Ability to plan machining methods, setups, tooling, feeds, speeds, and sequence of operations.
• Ability to machine complex parts to close tolerances, including ±0.0002 inch where required.
• Ability to design and fabricate fixtures and tooling.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment and in-process quality control.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and verbal instructions.
• Proficiency in shop math, including trigonometry.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Routinely exposed to moving mechanical parts, metal-cutting emulsions, and oils. Little risk of electrical shock. Moderate noise level.

Physical Demands

Regularly use hands for a variety of tasks; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Walk, stand, and sit, and occasionally climb, balance, stoop, or kneel. Frequently lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Good vision and eye-hand coordination.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full-time position. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Overtime is on an as-needed basis at the direction of the Fabrication Manager.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal Toolmaker/Machinist apprenticeship preferred; extensive CNC and manual machining experience may be considered in lieu of an apprenticeship.
• Experience machining complex, close-tolerance components in a toolroom, custom manufacturing, or automation environment preferred.