Overview
Tinker Manufacturing is a growing precision CNC machine shop serving the aerospace anddefense industries. We are looking for dependable, motivated individuals who want to grow with our team while producing high-quality precision components.
We are looking for a machinist who takes pride in producing high-quality work, enjoys solving machining challenges, and wants to continue developing their skills in a growing aerospace and defense machine shop. If you are motivated to expand your knowledge of advanced machining techniques, precision manufacturing, continuous improvement, and take ownership of your work, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC milling machines, including Fanuc-controlled equipment, ensuring proper calibration and alignment for each job.
- Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and CAD files to produce precise components.
- Program CNC machines using G-code and M-code, optimizing machining parameters for efficiency and quality.
- Perform tooling changes, machine adjustments, and calibration to meet tight tolerances using measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines.
- Conduct quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process utilizing precision measurement instruments to verify dimensions and surface finishes.
- Maintain detailed documentation of machine setups, production runs, and inspection results for traceability and continuous improvement.
- Troubleshoot machining issues quickly by applying mechanical knowledge and manual machining skills on lathes or grinders when necessary.
Requirements
- Proven experience operating CNC milling machines.
- Strong understanding of CNC programming including G-code, M-code, and CAM software such as SolidWorks or other CAD/CAM tools.
- Ability to interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings accurately for complex parts fabrication.
- Proficiency with measurement tools like calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and coordinate measuring machines for quality control purposes.
- Mechanical aptitude with knowledge of machining tools, hand tools, grinders, lathes, and tooling setup procedures.
- Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, geometry calculations necessary for precise machining tasks.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles to promote efficiency and waste reduction in production processes.
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment while adhering to all safety protocols; forklift certification is a plus.
Why Tinker?
- Opportunity for advancement
Pay: $28.46 - $34.28 per hour
Work Location: In person
