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IDEX

Precision engineering for health and safety

CNC Machinist

Precision Machining & ToolmakingPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeMiddleborough, MA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least 3–5 years of experience as a CNC Machinist, or demonstrated equivalent skills and product knowledge, is required.
  • Demonstrated intimate knowledge of reading and understanding blueprints and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is required.
  • The ability to determine the start and end points of angles using demonstrated knowledge of trigonometry and geometry is required.
  • The ability to read fine graduations on micrometers is required.
  • Basic knowledge of speed and feed calculations based on the material to be machined is required.
  • Basic knowledge of proper tooling selection based on the material to be machined is required.
  • The role requires good mechanical aptitude.
  • The role requires the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds frequently, write by hand and keyboard, and operate small measurement devices.
  • Visual acuity is required for close detail work, microscope inspection, operating tools and machinery, using measurement devices, and visually inspecting small defects and parts.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and set up production machines under general and routine supervision, following established procedures, to manufacture components to item specifications using computer numerical control (CNC) machines for cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, dicing, and grinding nonmetallic work pieces.
  • Use geometry and trigonometry to configure machines and cutting tools to exact measurements that produce products as designed and illustrated on engineering blueprints.
  • Machine production parts by operating and setting up CNC lathes and CNC mills using existing tooling and/or fixtures.
  • Use measurement equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and inspection vision systems.
  • Start and stop machines as required to maintain quality, safety, and production efficiency.
  • Perform machine setups, tool offsets, editing changes, and adjustments necessary to maintain production quality.
  • Maintain proper lubrication and fluid levels to ensure safe and efficient machine operation.
  • Remove scrap metal from machines as necessary to maintain safe and efficient machine operation.
  • Report equipment or tooling malfunctions to the lead person.
  • Read and understand CNC machining programs to produce complex components in accordance with engineering blueprints.
  • Develop new tooling and fixturing as required.
  • Visually inspect parts under a microscope.
  • Inspect work in process using accepted procedures.
  • Submit parts to in-process inspection in accordance with accepted procedures.
  • Make adjustments as necessary to maintain product quality.
  • Follow all defined safety rules and regulations.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Familiarity and experience with precision measuring tools are preferred.

About the Company

IDEX

Precision engineering for health and safety

IDEX is a global provider of engineered, high-precision components and systems for specialized markets, with two main segments: Health Sciences Technologies and Fire Safety Diversified Products. In Health Sciences, it designs liquid subassemblies and precision parts for research and diagnostics; in Fire Safety, it makes pumps, controls, valves, nozzles, and rescue tools for firefighting. It also offers stainless steel banding and clamping devices and metering, dispensing, and mixing equipment for paints and colorants. The company aims to create value by delivering dependable, precisely engineered solutions tailored to exact customer needs in health science, fire safety, and industrial dispensing and joining applications.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Northbrook, IL
Founded
1987

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