Senior Machinist

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Tool Making Specialist to join our team at Care Dynamics, LLC, a leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and layout job assignments, determine sequence of machining operations, calculate shrinkage and expansion allowances, and program operations as necessary.
• Perform machine operations requiring unusual and difficult setups and methods to maintain very close tolerances and fits.
• Perform tool troubleshooting duties as assigned.
• Make tool tryouts, diagnose and correct problems, and make recommendations on tool modifications and methods required.
• Set up, program, and operate EDM equipment and a variety of complex CNC machine tools.
• Report design errors, mark up changes on drawings, and refer to Engineering Department.
• Assist in training and instructing lower-graded tool makers.
• Work with Engineering Department and production employees to refine tooling and prototypes as necessary.
• Develop engineering models from sketches, instructions, and piece part drawings involving design modifications.
• Use a variety of manual and CNC machine tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, and video microscope, optical comparators, heat treating furnaces, and hand tools.
• Follow safety rules and keep the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of manual machining experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with manual milling, including facing, boring, drilling, and tapping.
• Experience with manual lathes, including turning, boring, and single-point threading.
• Proficient in using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Skilled at blueprint reading, basic trigonometry, and other basic math skills.
• Ability to pass the Tool Maker A written and physical test.