ProtoTrak Lathe Machinist – Second Shift

Bausch+Stroebel•Branford, CT

5d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining ProtoTrak lathe to produce precision parts according to technical drawings and quality standards. This role requires a strong understanding of machining principles, proficiency in interpreting blueprints, and the ability to work independently to achieve production goals.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of experience
Must be a US citizen or a permanent resident
Program, set up, and operate ProtoTRAK lathes using conversational controls
Select proper speeds, feeds, and tooling for various materials
Familiar with conversational programming
Familiar with the metric system
Ability to read and interpret prints
Experience in turning lathe
Use and proficiently apply precision measuring tools
Quick learner to become proficient with controls and creating plus editing conversational programs
Sense for precision and quality, ability to spot, measure, and deliver exact standards in both physical measurements (dimensional precision) and appearance (visible quality)
Work independently
Highly dependable with an excellent attendance record is required

Nice To Haves

Preferably from a vocational-technical high school, the completion of an apprenticeship program, or a community college/technical school training program.

Responsibilities

Produce precision quality parts machining a variety of materials to engineering specification (SS304, 316L, aluminum and a variety of plastics, etc.).
Ability to read and interpret prints.
Review Production Status Report and complete orders as needed.
Perform own setups.
Punch job in ERP system
Verifying final dimensions with print, by using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, fixtures and gauges.
Perform preventative maintenance on shop equipment.
Must understand and comply with all safety rules, Quality Management System and company policies.
Promote customer focus

Benefits

Medical and dental plans (the company pays 83% of the premium for employees and eligible dependents)
Company-sponsored health reimbursement accounts (HRA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and/or dependent care
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
Company-paid life insurance and AD&D plan
Voluntary vision plan
Voluntary pet insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection plans
Voluntary life, and dependent life plans at discounted group rates
401k retirement plan with a 4% company match
Company paid holidays
Generous a PTO plan