Machinist C - 2nd Shift

Job Title: Machinist C

Job Code: 38534

Job Location: Huntsville, AL AMF South  

Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week - 2nd Shift

Job Description

The position sets up and operates a variety of machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, precision grinders, and other equipment, to produce parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Essential Functions

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications to determine the sequence of operations, required number of cuts, and appropriate setup and arrangement.

• Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; perform shop computations; and assemble precision parts.

• Fabricate piece parts per work instructions, drawings, and specifications using required machine tools.

• Inspect piece parts in accordance with work instructions and drawing requirements.

• Set up and operate machine tools.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Use, adjust, clean, and properly store tools, machinery, and equipment.

• Maintain records and reports related to equipment usage.

• Ability to obtain a US Secret Security clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Trade school certification or state-licensed Journeyman Machinist certification strongly preferred.

• Manual machining experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of setting up and operating milling machines and lathes.

• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, blueprints, production plans, and work instructions.

• Working knowledge of performing in-process inspection of finished parts using appropriate inspection and gauging equipment.

• Knowledge of industry-applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.

• Knowledge of machine tools and equipment, machine shop procedures and practices, and machining principles and properties.

• Proficiency in basic mathematical principles used to solve machining-related problems.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with employees at all levels.

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