Wire EDM Machinist/Operator 1st Shift

Principal Manufacturing Corporation; Broadview (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Manufacturing Corporation in Broadview, IL seeks a Wire EDM Machinist/Operator for first shift. You will read blueprints, determine tooling, setup procedures, control settings and machining sequences to optimize workflow.

Responsibilities include reviewing AutoCAD files with Engineering, inspecting parts, training team members, and maintaining safe, lean work areas. Requires 5 years of wire EDM experience and forklift certification.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with wire EDM setup and programming.
• Proficient in basic math and fixture setup.
• Ability to read blue prints and technical data.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and documentation practices.
• Forklift certified.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret AutoCAD files; determine tooling requirements and machining methods.
• Inspect dimensions and verify fixture setups meet quality standards.
• Train, develop, and supervise subordinates; contribute to team spirit.
• Operate machines, monitor displays, and detect malfunctions.
• Plan activities for best workflow and efficiency.
• Order materials and schedule machine maintenance when needed.
• Follow safety policies and lean guidelines.

Skills

Wire EDM setup

Wire EDM programming

AutoCAD

Espirit

ERP systems

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Espirit

ERP systems

Forklift certification

Job description

Wire EDM Machinist/Operator

Principal Manufacturing is seeking a 1st shift Wire EDM Machinist/Operator to join our team in Broadview, IL. As a leader in fineblanking, conventional stamping and plastic injection molding, Principal Manufacturing sets itself above the competition.

The Wire EDM Machinist/Operator will independently read and interpret blue prints, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control setting, and machining methods and sequences. Schedule these activities for best work flow.

Responsibilities:

• Review AutoCAD files for accuracy and work with Engineering to ensure documentation.
• Perform dimensional inspection of various products and verify fixture setup meets acceptable quality standards regarding milling and boring sizes, depths, angles or other specifications.
• Training, development, supervising subordinates, and contributing to building a positive team spirit.
• Operate machine and monitor displays and machine operation to detect malfunctions.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Order materials, perform minor maintenance, and schedule machine maintenance when necessary.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.
• Follows all company safety rules and TS requirements and maintain work area clean and orderly within lean guidelines.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent education/certification
• Proficient in basic Math.
• Communicate effectively with management at all levels.
• Must have 5 years of experience with wire EDM set-up and operating programs experience.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform basic mechanical set up of equipment.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD and Espirit
• Forklift certified.
• Certified Journeyman Tool and Die Maker
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Knowledge of ERP systems