JOB TITLE: Machinist

DEPARTMENT: Machine Shop

REPORTING TO: Machine Shop Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION OF POSITION:

Sets up and operates machines to perform various machine functions such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, and broaching of metallic and nonmetallic work pieces by performing the following duties.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Reads and interprets blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings and machining methods and sequences.

Mounts, aligns, and secures tooling attachments and work piece on machine

Installs cutting tools in machine spindles

Should be able to operate basic tool room equipment such as Bridgeport, surface grinder, as well as measuring equipment such as micrometers, dial calipers, and dial indicators.

Ability to measure and document various parts using Micrometers, Calipers, Gage Pins, height gages or other basic measuring tools

Ability to set up and operate CNC machining centers including Tool setting, Part setup including load and unloading various part holders, vises or part fixtures.

Calculates and sets machine controls to position spindle in relationship to work piece and to regulate factors such as cutting depth, speed, feed and coolant flow

Starts machine and monitors displays and machine operation to detect malfunctions

Stops machine to change cutting tools and setup according to required machining sequence or to measure parts for conformance to print specifications

Enters commands or manually adjusts machine controls to correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining

Operates machine manually to perform non-automated functions

Discusses errors with supervisor or cell leader to resolve problems

Cleans machine, tooling, and parts

Performs daily/weekly machine preventive maintenance

Inspects product to determine compliance with order specifications, both dimensional and visual using Libra's quality control system for compliance with requirements for conformity to specified standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School diploma or GED and 2+ years' experience

Knowledge and experience running CNC controlled machining centers

Knowledge of CNC machining programming

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

Education regarding machining and/or technical certificates

Knowledge and understanding of basic GD&T tolerancing

Team attitude

Good verbal communication skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Learning oriented

Problem solving/analytic skills

Technical capacity

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This positon will work in both front and shop environments.

In the shop, you will be exposed to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, machines, and material handling vehicles. PPE is required in this shop area.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to have good hearing and sight.

You will need to be able to walk the shop floor and be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Libra Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.