Machinist Model Shop Specialist

4 days ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States Valcor Engineering Corporation Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Machinist Model Shop professional to join our team at Valcor Engineering Corporation. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing complex machining operations, including progressive machining, fitting, and assembly.


Key Responsibilities

• Determine proper tooling and sequence of operations to produce work to specifications
• Skillfully use all machinist's hand tools and machine shop measuring equipment
• Make complicated set-ups and operate available machine tools
• Determine operational sequences, proper jigs, fixtures, and design of tools to be used
• Maintain good housekeeping in the work area and meet all safety requirements in the machine shop


Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or similar on-the-job experience of approximately four years or at least five years of experience as a machinist
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate standard and specialized equipment to produce prototype and/or production parts
• Ability to perform standard shop computations, using technical math, geometry, and trigonometry


Equipment/Machinery Used

• Skilled in use of Bridgeport type milling machines
• Skilled in use of Hardinge type tool room precision lathes as well as engine lathes
• Skilled in use of Prototrak
• Skilled in use of tool and surface grinders
• Skilled in use of all shop inspection equipment, including but not limited to comparator, digital height gages, micrometers, etc.


Physical Requirements

Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and pushing, pulling, or standing and walking for extended periods of time.


We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.



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