1st Shift Machinist

Element Materials Technology • Fairfield, OH

9h

About The Position

Element has an opportunity for a Machinist to join its expanding operations team. Under direct supervision, the role performs routine and non-routine machining assignments within the assigned department and ensures timely and accurate test results. The position requires compliance with established safety rules, the code of conduct, and company policies and procedures. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The stated pay range is $25–$30 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety.
• High school diploma or GED certificate preferred; college or vocational school coursework is welcomed.
• Associate degree in a related testing or science field and/or 3–6 years of experience in a machining shop environment.
• In-depth understanding of specimen preparation.
• Understanding of machining concepts, measuring instruments, and dimensional concepts.
• Working knowledge of machine shop safety protocol.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts is a plus.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift less than 50 pounds often and more than 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate degree in a mechanical-related field.
• College or vocational school coursework.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Responsibilities

• Use cutting equipment to prepare specimens for testing according to customer specifications.
• Design, set up, and perform machining tasks according to customer specifications and requirements.
• Perform work with little supervision or technical input from a Department Manager, Principal Machinist, Project Coordinator, or Engineer.
• Mentor and train less-experienced machinists by communicating machining processes and technical data effectively.
• Transfer technical knowledge of machining procedures and requirements to meet customer expectations.
• Maintain equipment and schedule preventative maintenance.
• Gather and record dimensions in accordance with quality assurance requirements.
• Follow established safety rules, the code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree