Machinist B

Oerlikon•Westbury, NY

10d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Oerlikon is seeking a Machinist B for its Westbury, New York facility. Under limited supervision, the Machinist B performs intricate manufacturing work using manual and computerized machining operations to fabricate parts and components for a wide variety of systems. The role involves working from blueprints and verbal instructions, setting up and operating multiple kinds of machine tools, and using measuring and gauging devices to meet specifications. The machinist may train and provide technical direction to other machinists and contributes to process improvement and root-cause corrective actions.

Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to high school or technical school education.
Two years of apprenticeship training.
Three to seven years of diversified machining experience.
Ability to use handbook formulas and advanced shop mathematics.

Responsibilities

Work from blueprints and verbal instructions to lay out sequential details of standard machining operations and prototype assembly setups for a variety of machine parts.
Set up and operate multiple machine tools, such as CNC machines, millers, grinders, sheet metal equipment, and hand tools, to machine components.
Use machine shop measuring and gauging devices to align or machine metal and plastic parts to required specifications.
May train and provide technical direction to other machinists.
Operate and maintain machines for optimal operation, following the maintenance schedule (TPM).
Keep tools and the work area safe, clean, and orderly by following 5S routines.
Participate and collaborate in process improvement initiatives.
Participate and collaborate in root cause corrective actions (RCCA) related to machine operation.
Use prescribed personal protective equipment where necessary and follow established environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and work instructions for assigned duties and work location.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums and company-sponsored HSA contributions.
Dental and vision coverage.
Employee assistance, financial, and wellness programs.
401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match, financial planning, and education options.
Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources.
Paid time off, including two weeks accrued monthly and 48 hours of personal/sick time (with New York following state law).
12 paid company holidays.
100% company-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
Employee referral bonus program.
Pet insurance.
A discretionary incentive program may be available for some positions.