Manufacturing Machinist Prototype & Repair

Job Description

Job Description

Your next challenge

Can you take a rough sketch and turn it into a precise tool that makes production safer and faster? Do you switch comfortably between CNC and manual machines, keep a spotless bench, and know when to tweak speeds / feeds to nail the tolerance? If so, this is your arena.

How you'll contribute

You’ll manufacture and modify parts and tooling across CNC mills / lathes and manual equipment. Some assignments arrive with minimal direction—your blueprint literacy, shop math, and metrology skills let you plan the work, choose materials and cutters, and execute accurate setups. You’ll confer with engineers and operators, proposing improvements that reduce cost, boost efficiency, or enhance safety. You’ll also keep machines healthy, monitor indicators, and troubleshoot issues quickly to keep work flowing.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate CNC and manual machine tools to meet specification on parts and tooling.
• Read / interpret blueprints, prints, and verbal instructions; translate them into accurate setups and toolpaths.
• Select materials, tooling, and fixturing; program or hand-operate as appropriate to the job.
• Use precision instruments—micrometers (incl. depth), ID / OD gauges—to calculate and verify tolerances.
• Apply 5S and lean habits; rigorously follow safe work and lockout / tagout procedures; work independently when necessary.
• Monitor gauges, dials, and machine behavior; identify root causes of errors and implement corrective actions.
• Order raw material and record work within the ERP system.
• Assist with related tasks and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Machines & software

Physical demands

Rewards

Compensation reflects your skills, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. As you deliver quality and share ideas, you’ll expand your influence across engineering and operations.

Good to know

This summary outlines the role’s purpose and impact and does not list every duty, effort, or condition you may encounter.

Compliance

Ultralife Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 315- 332-7100