Production Setup Machinist

Would you like:

To work in a fast-paced international environment just minutes from Portland?
To own the company you work for?

If so, come and check us out. We are ODAT Machine, a division of Howell Laboratories Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company located in Gorham, Maine. For more than 25 years, we have been providing machined components for various customers.

The successful candidate for the Production Setup Machinist will be able to set up tools and work holding fixtures, load programs, proof run parts, perform first-piece inspections, and operate various machines.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs, drawings, and documentation
Have a working knowledge of geometric tolerances and how they are applied
Have a working knowledge of Fanuc and Yasnac controls preferred
Have a thorough understanding of or the ability to learn production equipment quickly
Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to keep a clean and organized work area
Ability to sets up production machines following prints and specifications. Assigned machines may include lathes, grinders, mills, and similar equipment
Ability to choose, align, and securely attach holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and other materials on machines
Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics and instruments to calculate dimensions and tolerances
Ability to identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining; adjusts offsets of machine to correct errors or maintain tolerances
Ability to inspect and measure completed production units to identify defects caused by machine setup.
Ability to start or restart equipment after power outages or interruptions.
Ability to maintain a safe and orderly production area
Ability to perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in Manufacturing/Technical Programming; OR completion of a full apprenticeship program; OR successful completion of suitable company training preferred
At least one year of experience as a fully qualified machinist is required.

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability to operate machines
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

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