Machinist Class C (ED-361)

Scope of Work:

As a Machinist, you will program, set-up, adjust, and operate manual and/or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining center, lathes, and milling machines where set-up, detail and operating procedures are prescribed; manual machining involves special one-off parts or prototype parts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawing and specifications
• Set-up bore gauges and other inspection equipment
• Complete all required paperwork including labor reporting and documentation of quality control and material movement
• Work safely and maintain the work area with high standards of housekeeping
• Performs required Preventative Maintenance activities on machinery and/or equipment operated
• Performs manual machining and CNC machining under the direction of Machinist Journeyman or Supervisor
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervision

Minimum Qualifications:

• G.E.D. or High School Diploma

Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge and experience of machining practices and techniques
• Basic Mechanical principles
• Shop mathematics
• Blueprint reading
• Standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching sitting, medium to heavy lifting (medium = 50 pounds maximum/25 pounds frequently, heavy = 100 pounds maximum/50 pounds frequently), visual acuity, and hand dexterity
• Knowledge of CNC controls
• Forklift operation experience
• Knowledge of precision measuring tools

Working Conditions:

• Typical hours of work Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Weekend hours as necessary

WPI is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.

En Espanol

WPI es una institució n EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acció n afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientació n sexual, infomació n genética, identidad de género, o expresió n de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.