Senior Machinist

Do you thrive in a growing, fast paced, entrepreneurial environment? Do you aspire to work with a highly motivated workforce that develops and markets revolutionary industrial maintenance solutions for commercial HVAC, facility management, manufacturing, power generation, maritime and other industrial applications to global companies? Are you interested in working with industry experts to expand your knowledge base and skills? If so, we want you to join our talented team at Goodway Technologies (www.goodway.com) as a Senior Machinist.

Goodway Technologies innovative products have been used by facilities and plant maintenance personnel worldwide for the maintenance of HVAC systems, plant machinery, hazardous material cleanup and other industrial maintenance needs. With a dynamic, results-oriented work culture and excellent opportunities for professional growth, we value intelligence, resourcefulness, team work, work ethic and a results-driven attitude. In the role of the Senior Machinist, you will perform the following:

The Senior Machinist will work with minimal supervision, perform machining, fabrication, assembly and testing tasks in support of new product development. Read and interpret engineering drawings to visualize machining required and sequence of operations. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. As needed, perform small quantity general machining in support of production activities and customer special requests. Maintain the model shop in a neat, safe manner. Perform general maintenance on machines and tools. Interface with the companies’ ERP system for jobs. The Senior Machinist will perform the following duties:

Responsibilities:

Prototypes

• Work closely with Engineering to produce prototypes using various manufacturing methods and materials.
• Fabricate components
• Fasten various parts together
• Assemble and test complete units
• Fabricate jigs and fixtures
• Aid in the design, build, testing and diagnosis processes
• Change tasks quickly

Production

• Produce “low and high volume” parts.
• Modify existing parts.
• Fabricate and maintain jigs and fixtures.

Machine Operation not limited to:

• Lathes (CNC and manual)
• Milling Machines (CNC and manual) – Absolutely necessary.
• Grinders, sanders
• Welding (TIG, MIG, arc)
• 3D Printing
• Develop and maintain the ability to program CNC machining equipment utilizing models, drawings or sketches
• Understanding code to modify and/or enhance code for efficiency/affordability (troubleshoot) on CNC machines and report changes to appropriate personnel.
• Run other machines while CNC’s are running.

Measurement Systems

• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Scales, weight
• Protractors
• Shadow Graph

Additional Tasks Responsible for executing additional tasks related to the position as needed or as assigned.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Advanced machining skills are absolutely necessary
  • 2+ years experience setting up and operating 3-axis CNC milling machines
  • 2+ years setting up and operating conventional (manual) mills and lathes
  • Experience generating and optimizing toolpaths and G-code using CAM software (Mastercam preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain tolerances of 0.003” using manual milling and turning operations.
• NIMS (or equivalent) certifications preferred.
• Basic parts joining (solder, braze, weld: TIG / MIG / arc)
• Electro-mechanical assembly (wiring/plumbing)
• Computer skills – CAD/CAM, business software; email, input ERP job details
• Efficient at interpreting engineering drawings, using GD&T
• Be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Education/Experience

Associates degree in a technical field (i.e. mechanical, electrical, etc.) or equivalent (minimum of 5 years in a similar environment as a machinist or NIMS-certified +2 years machining experience); 10 years of machining/model making experience preferred.

Benefits

Goodway Technologies offers excellent benefits to full-time eligible employees including paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401 K plan. Employees stay updated through company meetings, and we enjoy our vibrant culture through team building and social events held throughout the year.

Goodway Technology Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.