Prototype Machinist A

Milwaukee Tool•Brookfield, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Prototype Machinist to join their Rapid Innovation Center (RIC) team. This role is crucial in developing "Best-In-Class" products and manufacturing solutions by creating innovative prototypes to support product development teams. The machinist will ensure prototypes are made accurately, efficiently, and timely, enabling data collection and decision-making to maintain Milwaukee Tool's competitive advantage. This position involves working with a driven team using industry-leading technologies and equipment in a state-of-the-art facility.

Requirements

2-year Technical degree required or minimum 3 years experience in a related field.
Basic CNC programming G&M code.
Experience with Siemens and or Fanuc machine controls.
Prior experience of setting up and programming CNC equipment is required.
Knowledge of Solid Works, Mastercam, Tool Studio, Vector Cam or equivalent.
Must have R&D mindset and be able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Strong proficiency in math skills is required to accurately calculate appropriate machine settings and make necessary adjustments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Haas, Mazatrol, Fanuc, Siemens, and/or other machine controls.
Knowledge of Solid Works, Mastercam.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of 6S Principles

Responsibilities

Set up and operate manual and/or CNC machine tools such as profile grinders, surface grinders, tool grinders, lathes, mills, stamping press, metal forming equipment, or otherwise to shape parts to engineering dimensions and finishes.
Apply fundamental machining knowledge to make necessary machine adjustments to meet engineering specifications, including speeds & feeds, machine setup and/or tooling.
Select and set up appropriate work holding and tooling based on job requirements and specifications, applying knowledge of machining parameters and shop mechanics.
Use precision inspection equipment, including hard gaging and/or vision measuring instruments to verify dimensions of first run part and finished parts ensuring compliance with print dimensions and tolerancing.
Review assigned work requests, blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Work effectively in a team environment and be a self-starting individual willing to take initiative for personal and professional development.
Use Extreme Ownership to drive organizational goals and objectives to contribute to an overall bigger picture, with an unconstrained passion for innovation.
Be Candid, take advantage of a collaborative team and department leveraging knowledge to overcome questions and challenges, welcoming feedback.
Utilizing a Never Settle, Always Improving mentality, maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Perform other tasks as assigned to support team and business needs.