Lathe machinist job description

We are Precision Medical Technologies, a Contract Manufacturer of Orthopedic Implants and Instruments. We focus on progressive techniques, technology and innovation. Our team members are engaged, highly skilled and motivated. We are constantly striving to improve and better ourselves so that we can continue to grow as a team and as a business. If you want to be involved with new and complex parts and you thrive while doing something different every day, you are probably a great fit for our team!

We offer tuition reimbursement, flexible scheduling, 401k match, competitive benefits, and a work environment where we encourage growth and learning. Our employee well-being is something we take seriously and offer different wellness programs and team events throughout the year. We partner with local the communities to offer help and support anyway we can and encourage our teams to get involved. At PreMedTec we not only make medical devices and instruments, we focus on creating a culture where everyone knows your name and can work together to get where we need to be.

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary function of the Production or Advanced Machinist is to staff machine in production, monitor product as produced, and utilize skills listed below to assist Set-up and Advanced Machinists as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of the position):
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
For the assigned area and products:
• Power up machines and zero return axis to the home position.
• Follow prescribed quality procedures including, identifying all dimensions established at machining operation and check established dimensions via the in-process inspection sheet.
• Make offsets to tools or work positions to obtain a dimensionally acceptable product.
• Knowledge of surface finish and is capable of changing tools as required to maintain the finish.
• Utilize shop traveler for use in production to verify correct material, size of the material, the quantity of material, any additional notes on material or work instructions that differ from customer print.
• Knowledge and execution of start-up procedures following machine crash or major tool breakage.
• Support workplace organization efforts including removing fixtures, vices, and stops and placing in the identified area following job, replacing tooling and small tools in the identified area following job, and cleaning machine.
• Follow prescribed procedures for time reporting and scrap reporting via data collection to provide accurate data for job costing.
• Follow prescribed safety procedures.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS (not necessary but preferred):
• Previous machining.
• Blueprint reading.
• Understanding and application of GD&T.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Eyesight and hearing must be correctable to a standard level.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs and up to 50 lbs daily.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours per day.

The shift schedule is Monday night through Friday night, from 11:00 p.m to 7:30 a.m. the following day.
Some Saturday hours may be available.
Overtime is occasionally available with manager permission
8.5 hour Workday with two 10 minute breaks.
One unpaid half-hour lunch break.

The Machinist I is responsible for the operation, set-up and utilization of the 5-axis mill machines and lathe machines as well as the other support processes used in the prototyping and production of machined products.

* Perform set-up and operation of 5-axis milling machines and/or lathe machines. Inspect finish tools.
* Perform basic TruePath and /or Mastercam operations.
* Advise and consult with product development engineers, programmers and/or tooling department for cutting tools and tooling needed to complete projects.
* Maintain fixtures and set-ups for use in specified projects as assigned by the product development engineer or supervisor.
* Be alert to any changes in machine performance and operation, promptly report any issues to the maintenance department and work with them to make sure issues are resolved.
* Inspect and document all operations as stated in the Quality Manual and based on requirements of the product development engineer.
* Perform daily maintenance on machines.
* Support and maintain overall shop efficiency by keeping work areas clean and safe. Report all hazards or incidents to supervisor. Cooperate and coordinate with other machinists for usage of shared shop equipment.
* Perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements

* High school diploma or GED equivalent.
* Associates Degree in machining or approved apprenticeship program preferred.
* 2 or more years' experience as a CNC Mill operator and/or Lathe operator including basic set-up.
* Basic understanding of trigonometry.
* Intermediate level in MS Office: Outlook, Word, and Excel and ERP software preferred (Epicor helpful).
* Good knowledge of GD&T and ANSI Y 14.5.
* Experience with blue print reading and use of metrology tools.
* Requires lifting and carrying of up to 30 lbs. or more and standing for extended periods of time.

Our Culture at Play:

Here at Turbocam, we have a Commitment to Excellence in everything that we do - whether that's the engineering and manufacturing of our product, our relationships with customers around the globe, or the investment in those that make Turbocam such an exceptional place to work. We make this commitment to our team by:

* Prioritizing our employee's health and wellbeing with our two on-site fitness centers, basketball court, squash court, walking trails, and our free fitness classes.
* Our ongoing investment in professional and educational development, including a state-of-the-art Educational Center with on-site dedicated staff, training and development opportunities, and tuition reimbursement programs.
* Carefully-crafting an employee-focused benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k, Short and Long-Term Disability, 9 paid holidays, and 11 days of PTO accrual for the first two years.

Advancing Our Mission:

The creation of our Mission has led our culture to where we are over thirty years later. Throughout our day, we purchase food in our café and choose which charitable organizations Turbocam will donate those funds to, pumping thousands of dollars per month into the community; our Charity of the Month enables our employees to promote their passion company-wide and highlight an organization in need. And, outside of work, we pay employees to get out and volunteer for up to eight hours per calendar year at an organization of their choice - sometimes as far away as India or Nepal!

All offers of employment are contingent on the satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screening and background check, both arranged and paid for by TURBOCAM.

EOE/Veterans/Disabled

PDS Tech is currently seeking a **Vertical Lathe Set Up Machinist** for our client in Fremont, CA

**These are Direct Opportunities! Our client manufactures and supplies precision machined/fabricated parts and assemblies for the semiconductor capital equipment industry.**

**RECEIVE 10% PAY DIFFERENTIAL FOR SWING SHIFT!!!**

**Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:**

Studying blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements. Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions and reference points on materials or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining. Selecting, aligning, and securing holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, and grinders. Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media. Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required. May verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments. Setting up and operating machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data. May fit and assemble parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plate, surface table, hand tools, and power tools. Verifying dimensions and alignment of assembly, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges and gauge blocks. May install machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and test operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance. May develop specifications from general description and draw sketch of part or product to be fabricated. May confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems. Communicates with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate activities. Inspecting and measuring parts to gather statistical process control data.

**Swing shift (2:15 PM to 10:45 PM)**

**Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:**

+ Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations

+ In-depth knowledge and understanding of machine operations

+ In-depth knowledge of product quality issues

+ Ability to set up, operate, calibrate, and maintain machines and tools

+ Ability to recognize and address problems in the production process

+ Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external customers

+ Ability to work effectively with team members and lead the team to high quality production within tight deadlines

**Physical Demands:**

+ Duties of this position are performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional to frequent exposure to elements such as noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, etc.

+ Duties of the position require periodic light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motions requiring manual dexterity and precise hand/eye co-ordination, sitting and or standing in confined workspaces, using tools and equipment, and moving and handling materials. Duties may require periodic heavy manual effort including lifting objects over

+ Duties require extended periods of sustained visual concentration on detailed documentation and product assemblies

+ Above demands are carried out within the local existing Health and Safety guidelines

**Typical Experience:**

Four to six years' relevant experience

**Typical Education** :

High school diploma and additional courses after high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience and a commitment towards further/additional education

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.