Machinist 3 (First Shift)

Latitude Corp•Verona, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Latitude Corp. is seeking a Machinist 3 to join its 100% employee-owned precision metal manufacturing team. The role involves setting up and operating mills and lathes, including first-time runs, and producing parts that meet customer quality, safety, and efficiency requirements. The machinist uses CNC programs, setup sheets, job travelers, and part prints, and writes or edits programs at the machine and through the company CAD/CAM system. The position works in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; overtime may be needed. The company describes opportunities for growth and training and offers benefits including company-paid insurance, an employee stock ownership plan, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Requirements

Five years of experience in a similar function.
Ability to set up and run jobs, including first-time runs, on all 3-axis mills and lathes, including lathes with live tooling, within quality and efficiency expectations.
Ability to perform routine and preventative maintenance on equipment and instruments.
Ability to read, understand, and explain blueprints and GD&T.
Ability to interpret CMM and manual measurement data and adjust machining processes to achieve dimensional and visual compliance.
Proficiency in writing and editing programs at the machine.
Good math skills and ability to use calipers, micrometers, and associated measuring equipment.
Basic computer and writing skills.
Ability to visually inspect parts to company aesthetic standards and dimensional requirements.
Ability to work independently, multitask, and troubleshoot.
Excellent communication skills and a positive teamwork and safety attitude.
Conscientious attention to detail and accuracy.
Willingness and ability to pass machining knowledge on to less experienced machinists.
Ability to safely lift 40 pounds, independently or with assistance.
Ability to stand and bend for extended periods while performing manual labor, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Use CNC programs, job setup sheets, job travelers, and current part prints to establish tooling and table setups that produce parts safely, efficiently, and consistently to customer requirements.
Create programs as assigned and write or edit programs at the machine and using the CAD/CAM system.
Set up and run mill and lathe jobs as trained, including first-time runs.
Manufacture parts according to job travelers and produce workmanship that meets or exceeds quality requirements.
Follow company safety procedures, eliminate hazardous conditions, and comply with company policies, ISO quality requirements, and safety procedures.
Meet required output deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
Ensure required tools are supplied to complete the job.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance and upkeep of machining department equipment and tooling.
Communicate accurately and effectively within the department.
Audit completed work to ensure it meets quality standards.
Maintain the MES system accurately as instructed and maintain a scrap log.
Assist with the monthly inventory process.
Maintain a neat and clean work area.
Arrive punctually and work overtime when needed.
Assist with continuous improvement by improving processes, reducing cycle and setup times, and using one operator on two machines where possible.
Perform other duties as assigned.