VARITE INC ยท 2 months ago
Machinist
VARITE is looking for a qualified Machinist in Wilmington, DE. The primary role involves programming and operating machining centers and providing manufacturing support to ensure quality production of machine parts.
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Responsibilities
Machinist (contract position), primary role: program and operate 3 and 5-axis vertical machining centers, lathes, non-CNC conventional machines producing prototype and small quantity parts
This position will provide manufacturing support and advice to multiple customers with a focus on meeting commitments and producing quality machine parts
Provide parts manufacturing leadership, experience and knowledge required to fabricate specified prototype machine parts
Of this position is the ability to leverage knowledge and experience to setup machine operations, program tool paths, interpret models and understand specified design intent
Working as part of a team with a focus on customer satisfaction is an important expectation of this role
Qualification
Required
Prior experience and sound working knowledge of modern machining processes as well as conventional machining tools
Experience programming CNC machines, inputting the design specifications and ensuring the machine performs as required
Experience planning and creating holding fixtures, selecting cutting tools and securing materials onto shop machines
Experience adjusting machine settings to optimize part quality
Working knowledge of current CAD/CAM software packages and file types
Ability to interpret and understand drawings specifications, dimension nomenclature, tolerances including geometric tolerancing
Ability to inspect and measure finished parts to ensure conformance to design specifications
Must adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and integrity of machines
Ability to collaborate with engineers and designers for clarity on custom jobs and to refine manufacturing processes
Ability to lift objects up to 25lbs occasionally and up to 50lbs infrequently