Machinist (Swiss Lathe)

IDEX is a company where employees can build or grow their career, with opportunities in various fields across 40 diverse businesses worldwide. The Machinist (Swiss Lathe) position requires experience with Tsugami Swiss Lathe operation and programming, machining and measurement of tolerances, and ability to work independently.

Requirements

• Machines various parts using CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, and other metalworking machines
• Identify new equipment upgrades and assist in bringing tools in house and online
• Consults with Optics Shop Manager and Engineers on job details and specifications
• Machines prototype parts with minimal input, making corrections as needed
• Analyzes a variety of specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools
• Makes tools and fixtures needed to make, ensures the proper fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and cutting tools to be used
• Writes CNC programs with programming software, determines machines, sets up, tooling, and sequence of operations necessary to produce machined parts
• Assists in training others as needed
• Recommends changes as needed
• Must be able to decipher different types of material and their properties
• Minimal grinding experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program with company match
• PTO