Machinist

Syntec Optics • Rochester, NY

2d

About The Position

The Machinist loads programs into machine controllers, reviews programs, and performs intermediate machine-tool setup through approval of first-piece inspection. The role manufactures complex parts, maintains machines, and controls product quality throughout production runs. Work is performed to tight tolerances using control plans, CAD models, and blueprints. The Machinist may also work on prototypes and develop basic fixtures, with or without prints.

Additional duties may include editing programs at the machine, instructing other personnel in machine operation, working in different areas of operations, and completing special projects or other assignments as requested. The employee is expected to follow supervisor instructions and perform other responsible duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a machine shop environment.
• Knowledge of setups, lathes, and mills.
• Understanding of GD&T and shop math.
• Ability to read and understand CAD-CAM software.
• Familiarity with G and M codes.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to solve practical problems and work with concrete and abstract variables where standardization is limited.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including standing for long periods; using hands to handle or feel objects; reaching; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Close and color vision.

Responsibilities

• Load programs into the controller, review programs, and perform intermediate machine-tool setup through first-piece inspection approval.
• Manufacture complex parts and perform machine maintenance.
• Control product quality during production runs using measuring tools such as calipers, dial bore gages, and micrometers.
• Measure and manufacture products to tight tolerances in accordance with control plans, CAD models, and blueprints.
• Operate machine tools properly and safely.
• Work on prototypes for potential future work as needed.
• Develop and machine basic fixtures, with or without prints.
• Change tools and offsets; edit programs at the machine when required.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Instruct other personnel on machine operation when requested.
• Work in different areas of operations and on special projects or related assignments as needed.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed