Job Summary:

The Production Setup Machinist will assemble, arrange, and maintain production machines.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Sets up production machines following prints and specifications. Assigned machines may include lathes, grinders, mills, and similar equipment.
• Chooses, aligns, and securely attaches holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and other materials on machines.
• Applies knowledge of mathematics and instruments to calculate dimensions and tolerances.
• Identifies malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining; adjusts controls of machine to correct errors.
• Inspects and measures completed production units to identify defects caused by machine setup.
• Starts or restarts equipment after power outages or interruptions.
• Maintains a safe and orderly production area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation.
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree in Manufacturing/Technical Programming; OR completion of a full apprenticeship program; OR successful completion of suitable company training required.
• At least one year of experience as a fully qualified machinist required.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to operate and repair machines.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.