Machinist

Position Title:Machinist Department:Machining Last Revised:8/2026 Reports To: Machining Manager Position Purpose The Machinist is responsible for safely and efficiently producing quality parts using a variety of machining and manufacturing equipment.

Equipment may include CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual mills, manual lathes, grinding equipment, conversational machines, and 3D printers.

Machinists set up, operate, adjust, and monitor assigned equipment based on their training and demonstrated proficiency.

They are responsible for interpreting prints and job requirements, determining appropriate machining methods, selecting tooling, making necessary machine or program adjustments, inspecting completed work, documenting results, and maintaining equipment in proper operating condition.

Machinists may also fabricate, fit, modify, and repair fixtures, tooling, experimental parts, and other components required to support Manufacturing and Engineering.

Employees are expected to continue developing their machining skills and cross-train on additional equipment as business needs and training opportunities allow.

Job Functions and Responsibilities Set up, adjust, and operate assigned CNC and manual machining equipment based on training and demonstrated proficiency.

Equipment may include Manual Mills, Manual Lathes, CNC mills, CNC lathes, Grinding Equipment, Conversational Machining Equipment, and 3D Printer.

Create or modify CNC programs when required based on demonstrated proficiency and job requirements.Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, job orders, and other engineering information.Interpret dimensions, tolerances, surface-finish requirements, and applicable Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).Select appropriate cutting tools, workholding, speeds, feeds, depths of cut, and other machining parameters using specifications, material properties, shop mathematics, and machining experience.Position, secure, and align work pieces, fixtures, cutting tools, and tooling using appropriate hand tools, fasteners, hoists, and measuring equipment.Adjust machine controls, offsets, tooling, and machining parameters to maintain dimensions and product characteristics within specified tolerances.Inspect work pieces to verify conformance with specifications using equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, dial indicators, height gauges, and other appropriate inspection equipment.Complete required production, inspection, job, and quality documentation accurately and in a timely manner.Make corrections and adjustments within the employees level of training and authority and work with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, or other appropriate personnel when additional support is required.Replace worn or damaged tooling and sharpen cutting tools when appropriate using bench grinders, cutter grinders, or other available equipment.Design, fabricate, modify, and repair fixtures, tooling, and experimental or low-volume parts as required to support Manufa...