Conventional Lathe Machinist II

VACCO Industries • South El Monte, CA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, performs duties including interpreting blueprints, measuring and marking dimensions, selecting and securing tools, calculating and setting machine controls, observing machine operation, verifying workpiece conformance, and resolving machining problems. Maintains a clean and efficient workstation, adhering to safety standards and production efficiency. Keeps machine tools clean and in good working order.

Requirements

• Previous experience in machine shop processes of conventional applications.
• Specific tool sharpening abilities is required.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math and trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings.
• Experience with basic set up and control based programming.
• Ability to perform first article inspections using precision measuring and gauging instruments on parts being machined or fabricated.
• General understanding of the entire machining/manufacturing process.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

• HS diploma or GED certificate and minimum of 5+ of related work experience setting up and machining detailed and difficult parts made from exotic materials using Conventional Engine lathes or Hardinge Chucking Lathes.

Responsibilities

• Interprets blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
• 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.
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Maintains a clean and efficient work station while maintaining safety standards and production efficiency levels.
• Keeps machine tools clean and in good working order.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED