Machinist I

Nordson Corporation•Clinton, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves operating and maintaining machinery to ensure safe, quality production. The Machinist I will be responsible for setting up and operating various types of equipment, including CNC machines, mills, lathes, and drills. This position requires the ability to read blueprints, perform routine maintenance, and utilize precision measuring tools. The role also emphasizes adherence to safety procedures and maintaining a clean work environment. Opportunities for cross-training on other equipment are available.

Requirements

Follow established assembly procedures to ensure quality production.
Certificate in machine shop technology or technology/machinist.
Ability to utilize calipers, gauges, indicators, micrometers, and other hand tools related to the occupation.
Intermediate ability to read blueprints and determine critical values.
Follow safety procedures and guidelines in the assembly process.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of experience preferred, or combination of internship and schooling may be considered.
A recognized apprenticeship may be required.
Strong analytical, communication and computer skills.
Strong understanding of mathematics.
Strong communicator and team player.
Ability to work independently and with a high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Follow established work instructions and company procedures to ensure safe, quality production.
Understand and set up tool registers, mills, lathes, drills, Bridgeport, switches, offsets, and CNC program editing.
Operate computerized equipment for defined runs.
Perform routine machinery maintenance and running visual tests on broken or worn parts.
Keep inventory of machine replacement parts.
Utilize calipers, gauges, indicators, micrometers, and other hand tools related to the occupation.
Read blueprints and determine critical values.
Follow safety procedures and guidelines in the assembly process.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Cross-train to on other equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.