1st Shift - Prototype Machinist

Job Summary:

The Prototype Machinist is to support Engineering and Production efforts by fabricating prototypes and fixtures utilizing a variety of manual and CNC machining equipment. This Individual should have excellent organizational skills, be proficient in Microsoft suite, and be capable of reading high level reports, specifications, procedures, and presentations to determine necessary part modifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate both CNC equipment and manual machinery, I.E., engine lathe and Bridgeport mill
• Be flexible to accommodate modifications for “walk-up customers”, such as engineers who may be in the middle of testing prototype valves in the R&D lab
• Read blueprints and measuring instruments
• Advise engineering regarding feasibility of initial designs
• Determine/order the necessary tooling and raw materials required to perform essential job functions against budgetary constraints while maintaining a detailed inventory log
• Work closely with engineering, R&D, and production on prototype parts, modifications to existing parts, fixtures etc.
• Assist with manifold machining necessary to support the R&D lab activities