Machine Shop Machinist - Positions available on 1st and 2nd Shift
Danielson, CT 
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Posted 12 days ago
Job Description

While SPIROL is a manufacturing company, our true value is that of a value-added engineering company. Since 1948, we have been dedicated to providing the best engineered components and assembly solutions for tens of thousands of applications.

At SPIROL you will not just load material and push a button. We design, build to order, and maintain dies, tooling, and proprietary machines that have made SPIROL the leader in our field. Are you able to mill, turn, grind, and/or wire parts to tight tolerances in a low volume, high mix environment? Our Machinists do and we are looking to grow the team.

As a SPIROL Machinist, you will spend your days:

  • Reading 2D prints and drawings.
  • Setting up and operating machine shop equipment in your assigned work group. : mills (Bridgeport, Hurco, Mazak), grinders, CNC lathe, wire EDM, band saw, drill press, sand blaster, brake, heat treat oven.
  • Producing parts per print specifications from all types of materials to within the established time standards.
  • Working with Design Engineers to machine parts for research and development projects.
  • Performing continual inspections on all parts during the manufacturing process to ensure quality.
  • Working from verbal instructions or sketches when required.
  • Accurately using measuring equipment such as scales, calipers, beveled protractors, micrometers, dial indicators, and comparators to inspect work and ensure no defective parts.
  • Maintaining your area clean and organized.
  • Promoting continuous improvement by taking the initiative to identify issues and provide solutions with the goal of reducing cost and improving performance.

A successful SPIROL Machinist:

  • Is knowledgeable of machining processes, tool selection, and equipment settings to ensure quality and optimal manufacturing times.
  • Is proficient in close tolerance machining.
  • Has attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
  • Has the ability to manage their own time.
  • Exhibits a 'go-getter' mentality.
  • Has a natural understanding of how things work and interact (common sense).
  • Is a subject matter expert that takes ownership within their area of specialization
  • Consistently completes the layout, set-up and machining of parts to within the specified tolerance and time standards.
  • Must be able to work from a print, sketch or verbal instructions.
  • Vigilant in their effort to eliminate rework and scrap.
  • Seeks continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Maintains their area clean and organized.
  • Desires to expand their skill level to multiple work groups

Recommended Qualifications:

  • Machining program graduate
  • All experience levels will be considered.
  • Capable of setting up and operating a lathe to produce turned products to within 0.002".
  • Capable of setting up and operating a mill to produce milled products to within 0.005".
  • Capable of setting up and operating a surface grinder to produce ground products to within 0.0005".
  • Capable of reading individual and assembly drawings.
  • Ability to use all types of precision measuring equipment including:
    • Micrometers
    • Calipers
    • Feeler Gages
    • Indicators

WHY SPIROL:


  • Competitive Compensation Structure
  • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Matching
  • ESOP Pension
  • Pet Insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program

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SPIROL an equal opportunity employer. SPIROL does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.


 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
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