Black Owl Recruiting hiring Wire EDM Machinist in Portsmouth, Virginia, United States | LinkedIn
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Wire EDM Machinist will be responsible for setting up, operating and troubleshooting Wire EDM machines to produce precision components. The ideal applicant must have a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to read and interpret blueprints for complex parts.
Applicant must be a US citizen. Access to DoD facilities is required. Company is not able to sponsor work visa or this position.
Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Set up and operate CNC Wire EDM machines to cut and shape various precision parts
Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
Read and interpret applicable drawings and blueprints of work to be performed and follows instructions
Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
Operates and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
Use precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.)
Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
Ability to read travelers
Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
Communicates with others to coordinate work in plant
Other duties as assigned
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
401K with company match
Paid Time Off
Short Term Disability and basic Life Insurance provided by company
Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life/AD&D, and Long Term Disability available
Employee Assistance Programs
Opportunity for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential
Qualifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Understanding of Wire EDM process, setup, and maintenance
Understanding of G, D, and T
High school diploma or GED
3 to 5 years related experience is preferred
Language skills - effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner
Ability and willingness to learn
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
A strong, proven interest in engineering and mechanical systems
Read blueprints and precision measuring tools
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations
Must have basic machinist tools
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. at a time when required
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
The employee will also be expected to spend time using a computer
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt
LOCATION: Fifth St
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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