Machinist I

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

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**Summary/Objective**

Under Supervision, runs and operates manual and CNC (Computer Numerical

Controlled) Mill and Lather to fabricate and build parts for customer

and shop needs. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate,

modify, or repair mechanical instruments. Knowledge of mechanics,

mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

**Essential Functions**

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner and complies
  
  

with company policies.

• Determine the uses of personal protective equipment (PPE); identify
  
  

the safety equipment and procedures related to safe work practices

and surrounding environment.

• Able to run and complete parts using the MRP Network.
• Use the MRP system to clock in and out of jobs upon set-up and
  
  

completion.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Maintaining and filling out of quality sheets to verify part
  
  

tolerances.

• Knowledge of Basic Machine Shop Vocabulary.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency and allowed time
  
  

standards.

• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics
  
  

and instruments such as micrometers and dial calipers.

• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes,
  
  

milling machines, shapers, or grinders.

• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to
  
  

diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments

or repairs.

• Align and secure work-holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments,
  
  

accessories, and materials onto machines.

• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering
  
  

information in order to determine methods and sequences of

operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product

dimensions and tolerances.

• Conduct job hazard analysis for conventional mills and lathes,
  
  

develop math skills for machine tool operation, and perform

preventive maintenance and housekeeping on conventional mills and

lathes, select work holding devices for mills, lathes and other

machine tools.

• Calculate tool feed and speeds, remove material using milling and
  
  

turning processes, align milling head, use a manual and CNC Mill or

Lathe to center drill, drill and ream holes, change tools and tool

holders on milling machines, and maintain tool life for job

production.

• May perform other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

**Job Qualifications**

• Effectively be able to communicate with internal and external
  
  

customers.

• Able to run and complete parts using the MRP Network.
• Able to add, subtract, divide and multiply all units of measure,
  
  

including fractions, whole numbers, decimals and percentages.

• Able to understand Excel programs.
• Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed
  
  

written or oral instructions.

• Able to solve problems and deal with problems involving variables in
  
  

standardized situations.

• Able to work without immediate supervision.
• Able to notice what work needs to be done and establish a time frame
  
  

of how much time will be required to complete it.

• Works with power driven equipment.
• Frequent stooping and bending required.
• Works with costly metals where possibility of damage or scrap is
  
  

high.

• Close attention and care is required to prevent damage to complex
  
  

machine tools.

• High mental and visual effort required.
  
  

**Position Qualifications**

• Ambition - The drive to achieve personal advancement.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of
  
  

a project or task.

• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible
  
  

in the workplace.

• Resilient - Ability to recover from, or adjust to, misfortune or
  
  

setbacks.

• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task
  
  

to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or

initiative.

• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics
  
  

and specialized information.

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under
  
  

stressful situations.