Senior Machinist (Kalispell, MT)

Senior Machinist (Kalispell, MT)

17 Jul 2024
Indiana, Fort wayne 00000 Fort wayne USA

Senior Machinist (Kalispell, MT)

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Thompson Precision, Inc., located at the gateway to Glacier National Park in Kalispell, MT., is a leading provider of precision machined components to the Aerospace and Launch Vehicle Industries. Our capability in the area of additive manufacturing machining sets us apart.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Senior Machinist to start almost immediately on special projects and complex parts. The successful candidate will have exceptional knowledge of high precision CNC machines and their capabilities.

This position is Full Time, Dayshift, 4x10. Occasional overtime.

BENEFITS:

Full Medical, Vision and Dental

Two weeks vacation at end of first full year. Accrues and can be used along the way.

One-week PTO (personal time off) at end of first full year. Can be used for sick time, vacation, or can be cashed out at the end of each year.

All major holidays + 2x floaters

Pre-Tax HSA

IRA with company matching

Four-day work weeks = more time off to enjoy Montana!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Plans, lays out work, sets up and operates all types of lathes, mills or grinders to machine or grind developmental, production or maintenance parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Interprets blueprints and drawings.

Programs, performs setup and operates both conventional and CNC mills and lathes for difficult prototype and small-run production jobs.

Inspects part dimensions using precision measuring equipment.

Determines cutting tools to be used, method of holding, and machine speeds and feeds.

Expected to mentor junior machinists.

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Typically requires a high school degree. Ten or more years related experience. Technical/trade school training or equivalent preferred.

Experience in GibbsCAM, MasterCAM or Esprit.

Working knowledge of G-Code

Big lathe and 5-axis experience a big plus

Strong math skill/proficient in GD&T

Must be customer focused and possess:

o ability to perform complex set-up and fabrication of machined parts with little or no direction;

o in-depth knowledge of machining equipment including ability to use judgment and safe practices;

o ability to read, interpret and explain engineering drawings, sketches and verbal and written instructions;

o skills to maintain the flow of work within the unit using independent judgment in solving moderately to highly complex problems and recommend solutions.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate tactfully and effectively in a technical environment and basic computer skills.

The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Must be a US Person as defined by ITAR.

Clearance Required? No

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