Machinist,

Midmark Corporation • Kansas City, KS

6d

About The Position

Operates machine tools, including lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, and special-purpose equipment, according to production specifications and needs. Performs work under direct supervision, handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. The role requires beginning to working knowledge of the subject matter. It typically requires accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 to 6 years of experience.

The position requires high school education or equivalent and completion of the machinist development program or prior machining experience. Key competencies include attentiveness, following directions, ability to lift or move heavy objects, manual dexterity, physical stamina, and planning skills.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Completion of the machinist development program or prior machining experience.
• Typically requires accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 4 to 6 years of experience.
• Attentiveness.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to lift or move heavy objects.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina.
• Planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify that machined work conforms to specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed or telescoping gauges.
• Read and interpret machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional specifications, operation sequences, setups, and tooling requirements.
• Select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties.
• Ensure safety operating procedures are followed throughout projects.
• Communicate with technicians regarding machine maintenance or failures, as needed.
• Communicate with senior management on special projects, as needed.
• Utilize and interpret specifications specific to project needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED