Fabrication Piecework Machinist

Lincoln Electric•Cleveland, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln Electric is hiring a Fabrication Machinist for piecework at its Euclid location. The operator is responsible for safety, workmanship, product quality, and productivity while performing machining work. The role involves interpreting blueprints, drawings, specifications, and sample parts; preparing and operating machines; inspecting finished work; completing setup sheets; maintaining equipment and an orderly work area; and collaborating with others to resolve machining or assembly problems. Cross-training is required to provide workforce flexibility. Some measuring devices must be obtained from the crib. The operator must follow company safety, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), and Job Hazard Analysis procedures, including operating equipment only with guards in place and in good condition. Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses with side shields, safety-toe work shoes, and hearing protection. A supervisor or manager determines when training is complete and the employee is qualified to assume the role’s responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of previous machinist experience.
Basic reading skills and ability to follow directions.
Basic computer navigation and utilization skills.
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly, with strong attention to detail and self-motivation.
Ability to use reasoning to solve problems and develop new concepts or ideas.
Advanced measurement skills, including use of micrometers, calipers, and indicators.
Advanced knowledge of feeds and speeds and extensive machining skills.
Ability to read complex blueprints and understand specifications and prints.
Ability to perform shop mathematics, including trigonometry, and excellent general math skills.
Understanding of basic GD&T callouts.
Knowledge of quality procedures used in the work center and ability to meet written specifications, prints, and applicable standards.
Excellent mechanical aptitude and CNC programming knowledge.
Ability to read scales and use calipers; O.D. and I.D. micrometers; depth micrometers; bore, go-no-go, thread, pin, plug, and depth gauges; and dial indicators.
Ability to use general math and record and post earnings daily.
Average hand dexterity.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds infrequently and up to 10 pounds repetitively.
Ability to follow safe equipment operating procedures and operate equipment only when guards are present and in good condition.
Ability to wear required safety glasses with side shields, safety-toe work shoes, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Previous welding industry experience; welding knowledge is preferred.
One to two years of mechanical assembly experience.
Specific technical or vocational training or certification.
Proficiency with Mazak, metal fabrication, piecework, precision measuring devices, tooling, and six-spindle drills.
Experience with CNC mills (3–4 axis VMC and 5+ axis VMC) and CNC lathes (2–4 axis and 5+ axis), including Haas, Mazak, and Fanuc controls; use of calipers, micrometers, and band saws.

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and comply with company EHS, JHA, OSHA, EPA, and plant requirements relevant to the job; promptly notify the supervisor of hazards, equipment problems, or questions about procedures.
Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine workpiece dimensions, tolerances, operation sequence, and setup requirements.
Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on materials or workpieces as needed.
Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
Calculate and set machining controls, including speed, feed, coolant flow, and cutting depth and angle, or enter, retrieve, or edit computerized machine-control data according to established procedures.
Start and monitor machine operations, detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust controls or control media as necessary.
Inspect finished workpieces with measuring and inspection tools to verify conformance to specifications.
Run machines on a trial basis to verify machine settings or programmed control data.
Perform routine machine maintenance and keep equipment in like-new appearance according to maintenance plans and procedures.
Consult engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
Create or update setup sheets when a job is complete.
Maintain a clean, organized work area and comply with quality procedures, written specifications, prints, standards, and production-part and first-piece checks.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere and communicate effectively with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
Continue developing lean knowledge and use available tools to identify and support continuous improvement.
Obtain certain measuring devices from the crib and cross-train as required.
Record and post earnings daily.