Production machinist job description

Production Machinist II FULL-TIME
$24.96/hr
The Production Machinist II sets-up, operates and tends assorted conventional/computerized shop machining equipment to produce, grind, mill, plane, shape, groove, cut, or profile various types of wheels/parts to specification applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, grinding properties, layout, and machining procedures.
· Utilizes knowledge of various metals, diamond, molded wheels and other raw materials to produce the desired cuts, fit, hold tolerances or finishes on each part/wheel, (i.e., aluminum, low carbon, stainless, composite materials, ceramics).
· May independently select metal stock and lays out design according to dimensions computed from blueprints, work orders, clear or rough drawings and/or own background and experience.
· Utilizes specific knowledge and understanding of products and material characteristics in order to identify effective set-up and machining operations, (i.e., speed, settings) specific to a particular type of wheel/part.
· Ability to hold tighter and better quality tolerances than Production Machinist I.
· May be responsible for increased production machining as compared to the Production Machinists III & IV.
· Works from blueprints, sketches, work orders, models of parts to be made, or other specifications to determine the machine tool best for each operation to be performed, which attachments are to be used on each machine and operational sequences.
· Assembles new job setups based on the wheel/part size/fixture on a variety of different types of equipment (e.g., automatic grinding/milling machines, lathes, surface grinders) involving accurate alignment in order to maintain specified tolerances.
· Utilizes machine shop inspection equipment, (i.e., indicator, electronic height gage, PneumoCentic, CMM) and functions in a self-inspection environment requiring set up and proper maintenance of equipment.
· May be responsible to operate multiple machines simultaneously by first setting up equipment using appropriate tooling components, (i.e., optical tool setter, chucks, gauge blocks, micrometers).
· Activates machine start-up using conversational applications, manual data inputs, or a direct numerical control (DNC) system.
· Calculates dimensions and tolerances using many types of precision instruments and equipment, (i.e., vernier, calipers, height gauges, protractors, micrometers, comparators, probes, and plug gauges) to attain accurate dimensions and maintain tight tolerances.
· Lifts and positions parts/wheels manually or with hoists or lifts and secures them on faceplates, chucks, etc. using clamps and hand tools.
· May run all manually operated machines and may not be responsible for CNC equipment. If CNC responsibility, minor programming only or conversational application.
(+) 2.00 differential - 3rd shift
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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Schedule


Shift start: 2:00PM or 9:00PM
Shift length: 8 hours
3rd shift schedule 9pm start runs Sun-Thurs 9pm-530am


Benefits


Health, dental, vision insurance Paid time off 401(k) plan


Qualifications


Can lift 50 lbs
Technical school training, apprenticeship program, or equivalent work experience operating CNC machines and other metal fabricating machines may be required. Knowledge of trade mathematics (arithmetic, geometry, trigonometry, algebra) required to perform necessary calculations to determine if product/material within acceptable tolerance/specifications levels and compute defect percentages or averages using formulas and calculators. Must read and interpret blueprints. Demonstrated ability to apply software application as it applies to programming CNC equipment. This position requires over 1 year's on-the-job work experience to become proficient in all phases of the job to work independently. Various PPE devices & equipment such as gloves, safety shoes, respirators, dust masks, hearing protection, and glasses may be required.


About Saint-Gobain Abrasives


Abrasives Worldwide Saint-Gobain Abrasives, the world's leading manufacturer of abrasives, offers powerful, precise and user-friendly solutions enabling customers to shape and surface finish all types of materials even in the most complex and challenging applications across a diverse range of markets.

**Overview**

Element has an opportunity for a 2nd shift **Production Machinist** whose primary responsibility is to operate various CNC and manual equipment in the production process. Secondary responsibilities consist of operating various Machine Shop equipment (CNC and conventional). Shift hours 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Salary: Min Starting $20/hr + $1.00 Shift Diff once on 2nd shift

**Responsibilities**

+ Responsible to set-up, operate and monitor machinery to ensure that production is completed in a timely manner, including machining a variety of samples to close tolerances

+ Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, operating instructions, safety rules, and procedure manuals

+ Experience in the use of machine tools and inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers

+ Ability to review and apply Standard Operating Procedures and Quality requirements using GMP's

+ Must be able to select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials on machines

**Skills / Qualifications**

+ HS diploma or GED required

+ Prior machine operating experience preferred

+ Technical/vocational training in related field a plus

+ Recent NTMA enrollees or graduates encouraged to apply

NOTE: This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or U.S. Government export authorization is required. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the employer obtaining the necessary export authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other applicable government agency.

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**Company Overview**

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 6,500 brilliant minds operating from 200 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

**Diversity Statement**

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

**Job Locations** _US-CA-Huntington Beach_

**ID** _2022-9229_

The Production Machinist II sets-up, operates and tends assorted conventional/computerized shop machining equipment to produce, grind, mill, plane, shape, groove, cut, or profile various types of wheels/parts to specification applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, grinding properties, layout, and machining procedures.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Materials & Products

* Utilizes knowledge of various metals, diamond, molded wheels and other raw materials to produce the desired cuts, fit, hold tolerances or finishes on each part/wheel, (i.e., aluminum, low carbon, stainless, composite materials, ceramics).
* May independently select metal stock and lays out design according to dimensions computed from blueprints, work orders, clear or rough drawings and/or own background and experience.
* Utilizes specific knowledge and understanding of products and material characteristics in order to identify effective set-up and machining operations, (i.e., speed, settings) specific to a particular type of wheel/part.
* Ability to hold tighter and better quality tolerances than Production Machinist I.
* May be responsible for increased production machining as compared to the Production Machinists III & IV.

Equipment

* Works from blueprints, sketches, work orders, models of parts to be made, or other specifications to determine the machine tool best for each operation to be performed, which attachments are to be used on each machine and operational sequences.
* Assembles new job setups based on the wheel/part size/fixture on a variety of different types of equipment (e.g., automatic grinding/milling machines, lathes, surface grinders) involving accurate alignment in order to maintain specified tolerances.
* Utilizes machine shop inspection equipment, (i.e., indicator, electronic height gage, PneumoCentic, CMM) and functions in a self-inspection environment requiring set up and proper maintenance of equipment.
* May be responsible to operate multiple machines simultaneously by first setting up equipment using appropriate tooling components, (i.e., optical tool setter, chucks, gauge blocks, micrometers). Activates machine start-up using conversational applications, manual data inputs, or a direct numerical control (DNC) system.
* Calculates dimensions and tolerances using many types of precision instruments and equipment, (i.e., vernier, calipers, height gauges, protractors, micrometers, comparators, probes, and plug gauges) to attain accurate dimensions and maintain tight tolerances.
* Lifts and positions parts/wheels manually or with hoists or lifts and secures them on faceplates, chucks, etc. using clamps and hand tools.
* May run all manually operated machines and may not be responsible for CNC equipment. If CNC responsibility, minor programming only or conversational application.

Required Qualifications

Procedures

* Receives work assignments from supervisor or group leader accompanied by moderately defined blueprints, sketches, drawings, models of parts, or other work specifications that may require troubleshooting, as information may be incorrect or missing.
* Selects set-up tools based on part/wheel size, fixture, and/or grinding/milling specifications indicated on work orders or blueprints.
* Activates and observes machine start-up switches or moves controls to set cutting/grinding specifications to position to ensure conformance with specified tolerances.
* May be responsible for multiple grinding/milling machine operations simultaneously.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING TIME

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and previous machining experience.
* Technical school training, apprenticeship program, or equivalent work experience operating CNC machines and other metal fabricating machines may be required.
* Knowledge of trade mathematics (arithmetic, geometry, trigonometry, algebra) required to perform necessary calculations to determine if product/material within acceptable tolerance/specifications levels and compute defect percentages or averages using formulas and calculators.
* Must read and interpret blueprints.
* Demonstrated ability to apply software application as it applies to programming CNC equipment.
* This position requires over 1 year's on-the-job work experience to become proficient in all phases of the job to work independently.

Various PPE devices & equipment such as gloves, safety shoes, respirators, dust masks, hearing protection, and glasses may be required.

Company Summary

Saint-Gobain Abrasives manufacturers and distributes high quality abrasive products to engineering, distribution and retail markets in the US. We are the world's leading abrasives manufacturer and the only international supplier of abrasives that manufacturers each of the 3 major types of abrasives: Bonded Abrasives, Coated Abrasives and Diamond products.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.