Conventional Machinist I

Alphatec Spine•Carlsbad, CA

About The Position

Performs duties to set up and operate conventional machines and welders in a safe, clean, and productive environment. The role produces prototypes and small runs of medium- to high-complexity parts and close-tolerance components made from titanium, plastic, and stainless steel. The machinist also maintains machines and measuring tools, keeps the work area safe and clean, and works with minimal supervision or direction.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and written and verbal instructions.
  • Basic general machine shop mathematics.
  • Mechanical aptitude skills.
  • 0–2 years of experience with manual mills and lathes.
  • TIG welding certification and/or training required.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision or direction.

Responsibilities

  • Fixture and TIG weld stainless steel components using a manual torch.
  • Set up and operate conventional milling and lathe machines to produce prototypes and small runs of parts with medium to high complexity.
  • Set up and run close-tolerance machined parts using standard shop machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders.
  • Maintain equipment, including machines and measuring tools.
  • Keep the work area safe and clean.
  • Read and understand blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions.
  • Use standard shop measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
  • Sharpen cutting tools and maintain equipment as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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