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Kairos Power · 3 months ago

Senior Mill-Turn Machinist

Alameda, CA or Richmond, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$49/hr - $58/hr

5+ years exp

Kairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company focused on enabling the transition to clean energy. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mill-Turn Machinist to support precision machining operations for their Fluoride Salt-Cooled High-Temperature Reactor program, ensuring the production of quality components that meet engineering specifications.

EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringNuclearOil and Gas

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Interprets blueprints along with 3D models to develop NC programs, design fixturing, plan machining sequences, and operate CNC machines to produce precision components

MultiAxis programming with industry Software for CAD/CAM such as MasterCam

Creates safe workholding methods and plans for work coordinates or tooling before any machine operations

Set up, operation and programing of a wide range of component sizes to deliver parts to meet internal deadlines or quality requirements

Operate shop-related machines and equipment such as band saws, hand tools, and measuring equipment when preparing material

Selects appropriate jaws or creates custom workholding while utilizing primarily hydraulic chucks on main and sub spindles in mill-turn machines

Monitor machine operations and interpret G and M codes to verify accuracy of machined workpiece to specifications; make adjustments as needed anywhere that can be improved

Maintain a clean and organized work environment to keep associated paperwork organized and prevent loss of stock or tooling

Identify and resolve machining challenges independently and assist others as needed

Executes rigging, material movement and setup of large (>1,000 lb) machined parts following established safety protocols

Performs precision machining operations on parts and components within multi-process assemblies, including components that have undergone prior processes such as welding, rolling, and forming, contributing to a continuous and complex manufacturing workflow

Maintains compliance with internal quality standards and proficiently utilizes job scheduling software to track production and shop floor operations

Completes and maintains accurate job travelers and first article inspection reports to ensure documentation compliance and traceability throughout the manufacturing process

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Multi-axis machiningCNC programmingMasterCamG-Code interpretationSolidWorksGD&T knowledgeSafety awarenessMentorshipProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

High school diploma or GED required, along with a 5+ years of relevant machining experience (including mill, lathe, 3-axis, 5-axis, and live-tooling); or an equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience

Experience in rigging, material movement and setup of large machined parts and supporting lift plans for movement of large material and parts

Experience in reading and interpreting engineering and assembly drawings

Proficient programming with CAM software (Mastercam preferred)

Knowledge of CAM-CAD software and G-Code

Ability to adapt machining processes and operation between different jobs and complexities of parts, including ability to switch from small scale to large scale machinery

Understanding of basic and advanced GD&T such as: tolerancing, flatness, parallelism, thread tolerances, profile tolerances, perpendicularity

Knowledge and understanding of CNC cutting tool selections cutting tool surface footage, and chip load feed rates

Ability to work with shop mathematical concepts to practical situations

Ability to maintain and use precision measuring tools such as: Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, Height gages, Gauge Pins, Gauge Blocks, Thread Gauges, etc

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to utilize computers and company-specific software, including timekeeping tools, training platforms, and work order systems to perform daily responsibilities effectively

Ability to work with highly collaborative team

Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of organization

Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently

Prioritizes and ensures safety of one self and others

Ability to proactively collect, manage and transfer knowledge

Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues

Preferred

Experience with mill-turn environment in MasterCam a plus

Experience with live centers or steady rests on long parts a plus

Experience with Okuma Multus, DMG Mori NTX or Mazak Integrex

Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar CAD platforms to assist with understanding part geometry and communicating with engineering teams is a plus

Willingness to provide mentorship and technical guidance to machinists, fostering skill development, continuous improvement, and adherence to best practices in machining operations preferred, but not required