Machinist D (Ceramic Machinist / Machine Operator, 2nd Shift)

L3Harris•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

The Machinist D plans, lays out, sets up, operates, and adjusts a variety of conventional or automatic machines. Working from blueprints, process sheets, and sketches, the role performs production tasks that may include cutting and shaping ceramic to precision dimensions. The machinist checks and inspects work against specified tolerances and may work on fabrication, machine hardware, and assemblies. The role may also recommend improvements to materials and design. The position performs CNC machining, milling, lathe turning, cutting, grinding, and related work to fabricate mechanical parts to engineering designs. It requires safe use of tools, equipment, and chemicals; the ability to read blueprints and shop orders; and effective teamwork and communication. The schedule is 9/80 Standard – Shift 2, in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of prior relevant experience, or a post-secondary/associate degree and at least 4 years of prior related experience.
At least 5 years of experience setting up and operating CNC and hand milling machines, lathes, and other shop tools.
Ability to read and understand blueprints and shop orders.
Ability to follow and give written and verbal instructions.
Basic shop math skills, including measuring ratios by weight and volume.
Ability to use basic hand tools and fixturing.
Ability to lift at least 32 pounds.
Ability and willingness to work in and promote a team environment.
Commitment to safety and ability to follow and enforce safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Office products.
Experience inspecting parts with measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, and a CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine).
Strong cross-functional teamwork, coordination, and verbal and written communication skills.
Self-starter with high energy, results orientation, and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

Plan, lay out, set up, operate, and adjust conventional or automatic machines.
Perform CNC machining, milling, lathe turning, cutting, grinding, and related tasks to fabricate mechanical parts to engineering designs.
Cut and shape ceramic to precision dimensions as needed.
Check and inspect machining work against specified tolerances.
Perform fabrication work or work on machine hardware and assemblies as needed.
Use basic hand tools and fixturing.
Use appropriate PPE when handling chemicals and protecting against other hazards.
Read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures and comply with safety laws and company policies and procedures.
Follow and give written and verbal instructions.
Work in and promote a team environment.
Make recommendations concerning use and improvement of materials and design as appropriate.