Machinist

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Set up, programs and operates the manual and CNC lathes and CNC mills, performs high precision prototype work and production work, and performs equipment maintenance as needed. Must also be familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures, rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Machines various parts using the CNC milling machines, manual and CNC lathes, and other metalworking machines

• Consults with Optics Shop Manager and Engineers on job details and specifications

• Machines high precision prototype parts with minimal input, making corrections as needed

• Uses blueprints and/or job orders to ensure the proper dimensions and tolerance levels of the finished product

• Analyzes a variety of specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools

• Makes tools and fixtures needed to produce parts, ensures the proper fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and cutting tools to be used

• Writes CNC programs with programming software, determines machines, sets up tooling, and sequences of operations necessary to produce machined parts

• Assists in training others as needed

• Recommends changes as needed

• Must be able to decipher different types of material and their properties

• Minimal grinding experience

• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Fluent in CNC programming software

• Able to operate a manual lathe and mill

• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and sketches

• Perform algebraic, trigonometry, geometry, conversions and complicated mathematical calculations

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operations and maintenance of CNC mills and manual and CNC lathes

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operation and maintenance of manual mills and/or lathes, drill press, and hand tools

• Demonstrate and practice a detail-oriented approach to work. Organize and prioritize work, Use reasoning and good judgment

• Work effectively with time and production restrictions. Work without direct supervision

• Must be able to measure and inspects as needed

CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE

• Three or more years as a CNC Machinist

• Two or more years CNC programming experience

• One or more years technical experience with prototype machinist work using mills and lathes

• One or more years Technical Machinist training

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work extended hours when necessary

• Willing to work weekends when necessary

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Use eyesight for all aspects of the job daily

• Operate CNC mills and lathes, manual mills and lathes, drill press, hand tools, computer, grinder, saws, precision fabrication equipment, measuring tools and hand tools as required

• Manipulate tooling, equipment, materials and sharp objects safely in order to maintain, repair and change tooling and materials in machine

• Bend as is necessary to lift, lower, push, pull or operate and maintain equipment and accessories

• Effectively transport tooling, equipment, materials and sharp objects safely within the department

• Safety glasses are worn to prevent eye damage

• Ear plugs and gloves are also provided

• Exposure to minimal fumes from alcohol and acetone

• Safety equipment is provided

• Must have prior safety training

**The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASSIFICATION OF JOB

Heavy Work: The ability to lift up to one hundred pounds with assistance occasionally and up to fifty pounds frequently, due to the weight of machinery and materials.  This position requires standing to a significant degree in order to operate machinery safely.

OTHER REQUIRMENTS:

Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $48,000.00 - $72,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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