Waterjet Operator (Alternate Schedule/Hours)

Element Materials Technology • Huntington Beach, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Element has an opportunity for a Waterjet Operator (Alternate Schedule/Hours). In this role you will be a member of the operations team in Huntington Beach. The Machining position performs a variety of routine and non-routine machining assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision. The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Diploma or GED certificate preferred with college or vocational school coursework welcomed
• Some college level courses completed and / or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a machine shop environment; may have earned Associate degree mechanical related field
• Understanding of machining concepts
• Basic understanding of machining concepts, measuring instruments and dimensional concepts
• Working knowledge of machine shop safety protocol
• Strong computer skills and basic mathematical skills with the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus
• Ability to lift <50 lbs. often and >50 lbs. on occasion and stand on feet for long periods of time
• Ability to work alone the majority of the work day; only requesting assistance for clarification or confirmation of machining procedures
• Understand what must be completed each work day and takes the initiative to complete those tasks properly and timely
• Ability to machine specimens from initial set up to completion
• Ability to understand and carry out basic machining methods
• Prior knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the machining field
• Proven ability to set up and performs a variety of machining processes according to customer specifications under minimal supervision and technical input of Senior Principal Machinist
• This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or U.S. Government export authorization is required. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the employer obtaining the necessary export authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other applicable government agency.

Responsibilities

• Use Omax waterjet to prepare specimens for testing as dictated in customer specifications
• Maintain equipment and schedules preventative maintenance
• Follow guidance from Department Manager, Machinist / Senior Machinist co-workers
• Gathers and records dimensions in accordance with quality assurance requirements
• Use blueprints and design sketches to ensure the proper dimensions and tolerance levels of the finished product

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees