Senior CNC Machinist

Job Description : Company Description

Instron is a global organization that designs, manufactures, sells and services mechanical testing systems.

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Our systems are trusted by 95% of the world's largest manufacturing companies to gather critical data, informing the design of components and materials. You will find that our established strength, commitment to our core values and team focus provides an engaging work environment and offers exceptional opportunities for personal and career development.

Job Description

Summary :

With absolute minimum supervision, sets up and operates, safely and most efficiently, all available machine tools. Will manufacture a great variety of intricate parts, precision tools, jigs and fixtures, and assemblies. Uses considerable judgment and technical knowledge to accomplish the foregoing.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities :

• Uses considerable independent judgment and technical knowledge in the manufacturing of machined parts, precision tools, jigs and fixtures, and assemblies.
• Reads and interprets complex blueprints and sketches to perform any required machining operation to exact specifications. Produces high quality parts at high level of productivity.
• Sets up and operates all available machine tools and miscellaneous shop equipment. May suggest and document alternative processing to efficiently utilize time and equipment.
• Selects proper cutting tools and determines proper process for any given condition, obtaining optimum production and high quality by properly judging the following : a) amount of stock to be removed, b) rigidity of part and machine c) mechanical properties of material and cutter, d) speed and feed selection for maximum production and tool life.
• Analyzes performance of tools, determines source of malfunctions and takes corrective action. Uses all precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, scales, verniers, calipers and depth gages. Checks and verifies the accuracy of all work performed and is responsible for consistent good quality.
• Maintains work area, tools and equipment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all shop equipment as required.
• Assists in the training of lesser experienced machinists or trainees.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

Working Conditions :

Normal Machine Shop environment with moderate temperature changes, medium to high noise levels and the hazards associated with a Machine Shop such as rotating cutting tools and workpieces, flying chips, coolant fumes, handing of parts with burrs and sharp edges. Such hazards require strict adherence to safety guidelines and use of protective devices such as safety glasses.

Reporting Relationship :

Reports to Binghamton Supervisor of Machining or Group Leader of Machine Shop.

Compensation Information :

This position has a starting salary range of $23.80 to $32.20 per hour. Pay is determined by several factors, including a candidate's experience, relevant skills, and qualifications

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.