First Shift EDM Operator-I

Job Summary

This position requires the employee to work onsite at the assigned company location as an essential function of the role. Operate one or more Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM) or similar equipment to specifications, following standard charts and manuals, applying knowledge of electrical-discharge machining process and methods, electric currents and circuitry, metal properties, and shop mathematics, to shape metalwork pieces that adhere to extremely tight tolerances.

Role and Responsibilities

• Operate designated machines and equipment to meet blueprint specifications.
• Run production per schedule.
• Read blueprint and job order for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of parts to be processed.
• Use blueprint data to measure parts processed from Wire, Sinker and EDM Drill.
• Verify proper parts and fixturing are being used.
• Verify dimensions of finished work piece for conformance to specifications using optical/digital comparator, Micrometer, Caliper, gage blocks and or gage pins or other required equipment.
• Communicate with co-workers, members of other shifts, technical leader, team leader and/or supervisor to transfer and receive instructions and information.
• Perform In-process inspections.
• Assist in investigation of Nonconforming Material.
• Implement continuous improvement activities.
• Perform ERP system transactions.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience desired.
• Must have very strong oral and written communication skills and be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to use measurement and inspection tools like micrometers, microscope, etc.
• Good work habits, attendance adherence, strong workmanship and a positive attitude are required.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent performing repetitive work.
• Occasional lifting (max. 40 lbs.)
• Occasional carrying (max. 40 lbs.)
• Subject to physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
• Constant safety glasses
• Constant full PPE in clean room
• Frequent standing
• Occasional sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching.

Monday to Friday, 7:00AM-3:15PM