Instrument Maker Job Description Sample

Regular Full-time, Pay Grade 37

The Instrument Maker/Machinist in this position will provide precision machining of parts and instruments used in experiments conducted in the teaching and research laboratories of the Department of Chemistry. The person in this position will also advise faculty and students on part design as needed for the projects, performs mechanical repairs and rebuilding of vacuum pumps, and mechanical repairs on scientific instruments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan machining by studying work orders, drawings, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances. Advise customers (faculty, students and staff) on aspects of the design and what stock is needed for projects. Assist in ordering stock as needed. Set up and program mills and lathes to machine precision parts, includes programming of numerically controlled machines, setting zero and referencing points, tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs. Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.

Machine parts, including maintaining specifications in drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting, processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. Perform mechanical repairs and rebuilding of Vacuum Pumps.

Education: Have a high school diploma with 2 years vocational training and 2 additional years of vocational technical school with knowledge of algebra and trigonometry.

Experience: 5 years as a machinist

Job Skills:

• Have the ability to operate manual and computer controlled lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines as well as drill presses, grinders, surface grinders, and hand tools.

• Have a knowledge of precision measuring instruments

• Be able to perform TIG (tungsten inert gas) and MIG (metal inert gas) welding, cutting torch, and brazing

• Be able to design and read blueprints

• Have knowledge of CAD software, such as AutoCAD and be able to implement CAD drawings and specifications in jobs on numerically controlled machines

• Have a knowledge of Microsoft Office software and general computer operations

• Have a general ability to repair, disassemble, and reassemble a wide variety of mechanical systems

• Have the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, faculty, staff, and students and other university personnel to understand and perform the desired work and to suggest better alternatives

• Be able to interact with a diverse group of scientists from many different cultures and work with them in a respectful, cooperative manner

• Have good judgement, be able to stay on task, and pay attention to detail

• Have knowledge of Environmental, Health and Safety requirements

• Be reliable in attendance, clean and neat in appearance, be in good physical health and able to perform moderately strenuous work activities

Please note that this position has been reposted. If you have already submitted your application, you need not submit it again, as it has already been received.

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.

For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for four consecutive years.

The Applied Physics Laboratory at the University of Washington (APL-UW) is a national center for advanced science and engineering research and development and education. APL-UW was formed in 1943 for the U.S. Navy to bring university research resources to bear on urgent WWII defense problems. APL-UW has developed an international reputation for its broad based programs in science, engineering and for designing, building, and deploying the advanced technology required to meet the research needs of numerous government and commercial sponsors. With modern facilities, equipment and over 350 talented researchers and staff, APL-UW provides a unique, dynamic work environment with many opportunities.

APL has an outstanding full time opportunity for an Instrument Maker 3 / CNC Machinist.

APL-UW provides a unique, dynamic work environment with many opportunities. APL-UW is organized into eight scientific and technical departments. The ability to turn ideas and hypotheses into experiments, field programs, and new instrumentation relies on the composite of many science and engineering disciplines. The Laboratory owes its success to the synergy created by investigators and technicians working across these departments and their commitment to basic and applied research.

The appointee to this position will perform complex high precision work on Oceanographic Research Instruments by setting up and operating manual machine tools and/or programming, setting up and operating CNC machine tools such as Okuma lathes, Haas CNC mills, SIP jig borer, Bridgeport manual mill, G&L horizontal boring mill, grinding machines, and Vision Engraver to fabricate parts for research purposes. Resolve highly complex design and manufacturing problems such as performing design work from verbal or minimal written instructions to manufacture mechanical devices; determining tolerances and fits on mechanical designs; performing advanced jig and fixture design and construction; and diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and rebuilding machine tools and/or mechanical devices.

Under general direction, independently perform highly complex design and project coordination duties in support of part fabrication such as designing complex, state-of-the-art mechanical devices or systems requiring a comprehensive knowledge of system integration involving features such as probes, sensors, gauges or other electro-mechanical devices, plus troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Confer with professors, scientists, and engineers on development of Oceanographic instruments and specialized equipment for research use; recommend design modifications

• Work from SolidWorks solid models, hard copy blueprints, sketches, diagrams, written and oral instructions and suggest design or material changes when alternate configurations appear appropriate

• Create Fanuc style CNC programs using CAMWorks software to facilitate the fabrication of components on Haas 5-axis, 4-axis and 3-axis mills, Revolution mill, and an Okuma CNC lathe

• Plan and lay out work, design jigs and fixtures, determine material and fabrication methods to be used, if not explicitly specified; calculate sizes, apply GD&T to components and determine working tolerances

• Set up and run CNC machine tools and make adjustments as required to maintain appropriate tolerances; Construct or machine parts from standard and exotic metals and alloys, plus plastics, rubber, ceramic, etc.

• Determine and plan all inspection criteria required to prove the repeatable accuracy of high-tolerance components and devices; perform inspections with appropriate gauges and measuring machines

• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment or machine tools, perform basic repairs, and solve complex mechanical problems;

• Follow the APL Machine Shop electronic file system structure and work with the MS Access tooling storage database

• Perform advanced welding using Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) and Metal Inert Gas (MIG) processes along with heat-treating processes including welding of ferrous and nonferrous alloys and shield metal arc welding techniques, and brazing, soldering and heat treating of a wide variety of metals

• Perform close tolerance sheet metal work

• Perform duties of Instrument Maker II and other related duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years of experience as an Instrument Maker II OR equivalent education/experience

DESIRED:

• Experience with SolidWorks software and CAMWorks CAM programming software or equivalent

• Experience with 4th and 5th Axis programming, setup, and operation

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• May be subject to successful completion of E-Verify process

Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.

For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for five consecutive years.

Our Department of Physics has an outstanding opportunity for an Instrument Maker 2.

The Instrument Maker 2 works with clients (engineers, students, technicians, and faculty) in the design and manufacturing of equipment, apparatus and instruments, working from prints, sketches, diagrams, written and oral instructions. The Instrument Maker 2 will also suggest design changes when alternate configurations appear appropriate.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Use Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing Software in design and manufacturing work.

• Programming, setting-up, and operating CNC Wire and Die Sinker EDM machines, CNC Vertical Machining Centers, and a CNC Hardinge lathe with live tooling.

• Materials selection, forming limitations, joining and sealing methods, finish, and planning timely completion of work.

• Making special jigs, fixtures, and devices for holding materials for machining.

• Precision machining to close tolerances typically within .0005 inch on conventional lathes, milling machines, grinders, hone, etc.

• Frequently working alone with only general supervision.

• Hand fitting and bench assembly of pieces machined to close tolerance including use of precision optical viewing and measuring equipment.

• Working with a variety of materials; several grades of aluminum, steel, brass, copper, heavy metals, (titanium, invar, inconel, tungsten, etc.), exotic materials, ceramics, plastics, honeycomb, and laminates. Perform heat treating, tempering and various curing methods.

• Welding, TIG/MIG, arc and gas welding, soldering, brazing, and other bonding techniques. Repairing, rebuilding and maintaining all shop equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of experience as an Instrument Maker 1 OR equivalent education/experience.

Must be able to work well in a team environment; interpersonal people skills are a must.

DESIRABLE

Journey standing as a toolmaker, model builder or Journeyman machinist; OR completion of apprenticeship training as a machinist and two years of related experience; OR four years of equivalent full-time experience. Precision manual machining to 0.0005in. Two years of related CNC machine experience (CNC machining centers, CNC lathe, CNC wire EDM) TIG, MIG, ARC Welding and silver brazing experience. Experience with Fanuc controls. CAD/CAM Solidworks experience.

Overview

In this role, you will design and build dies, fixtures and automated assembly equipment using CNC mills, lathes, grinders, etc. You will also work off of prints and, when needed, will design tooling in Solidworks.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Study and interpret specifications such as drawings, sketches, models, or descriptions

• Visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate designs

• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method/sequence of operations

• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining

• Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure parts meet specifications

• Cut, shape, and trim blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes using power shears, rules, and hand tools

• File, grind, shim and adjust different parts to properly fit them together

• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools using machine tools and hand tools

• Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects

• Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products

• Develop and design new tools and dies using computer-aided design software

• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, presses, grinders and cutting machines, which are manual, and computer controlled

• Uses these machines to fabricate parts and components, and verify conformance of the machined parts to specifications

• Lift machined parts, tools, molds, and plates; positions/secures parts on surface plate/worktable

• Assembles, disassembles and cleans molds, dies and components

• Fit and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanisms

• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances with precision measuring instruments

• May perform polishing, heat treating, or welding on tools or components

• May connect electrical wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical, hydraulic and/or air components

• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function

• Develops specifications from general descriptions, for specialty tools

• May draw or utilize 2D or 3D computer aided designs for layout

• Leads and/or supports design, manufacturing and quality departments

• Carries out basic machine maintenance

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• At least 4 years in the machining field (will consider a 4th year apprentice) with knowledge of programming CNC's with Mastercam software, Maza-cam solution ware, program in mazatrol and G code

• Experience in Solidworks a plus

• Knowledge of CAD and good computer skills

• An understanding of the properties of materials

• Ability to lift and bend

• Some travel may be required

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Job Description:

The IBM Almaden Research Center has an opening for an experienced Prototype Tool Maker. Applicant must possess a minimum of 5 years experience in precision prototype machining, tool & model, or instrument making.

Must be a proficient user of all standard machine tools including mills, lathes, surface and tool grinders, hand tools, inspection equipment, etc. In addition a working knowledge of a variety of specialty equipment including CNC Mills, Turning centers, Wire and Sinker EDM, MIG-TIG welding, soldering and brazing is highly desirable.

Position requires ability to work to extremely close tolerances with a high level of quality and precision. Contributes to design efforts and builds moderately complex research apparatus with little or no direct supervision.

Ability to work with scientists and engineers from verbal interaction or rough sketches, samples, or blueprints. Working knowledge of solid model CAD/CAM systems, machining characteristics of exotic materials and their applications are highly desirable. Good teamwork and communications skills required to work closely with scientists, engineers, and peers.

Required Education

None

Employment Type

Full-Time

Preferred Education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate various machines consistent with the Tool & Die trade including but not limited to Lathes, Mills, Drills, Saws, Shapers, Die repair and rework, etc. in order to produce required product from prints, samples, and sketches.

• Reviews prints in order to plan sequence of operations required for job.

• Selects proper materials to be used including type of steel, machines, tooling, gauging instruments, etc.

• Uses various types of gauging and measuring instruments in order to check and dimensionally verify the

part being used.

• Assists in the design, manufacture and development of new tools or processes working closely with

• Engineering and other department personnel.

• Troubleshoots and develops corrective actions for tooling or process related problems on production

floor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualified journeyman card holder, must have completed and provide evidence of having completed an approved apprentice program or have a minimum of 8 year's experience and be able to provide evidence of such.

• High school diploma required.

• Must possess own tools including but not limited to micrometers, depth mics, inside mics,

calipers, indicators, radius gages, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

JOB DUTIES SUMMARY:

• Sets up, adjusts, and operates all machine tools and equipment necessary to make,

alter, or repair a wide variety of complicated tools, jigs, fixtures, dies, molds, and

gauges, and performs required bench operations such as die assembling, laying out,

fitting, adjusting, and assembling.

• Lays out work from samples, blueprints, or sketches. Tool Makers select machines and

Make determinations about operation sequences. They make set-ups and selects tooling,

speeds, and feeds, and performs required machine and bench operations.

• Diagnoses and remedies trouble on all machine tooling. Dismantles machine

tooling and replaces worn or defective parts. Makes fixtures for machines where

parts are not standard.

• May require in-press die repair and trouble shooting on progressive, transfer or other die set

design.

• May perform other duties from time to time of assisting maintenance in machine

repair work. Assists and instructs others. Maintains good housekeeping practices

in working area.

• This job will require the performance of other tasks as directed by a supervisor. Other duties may include limited guidance duties (i.e. answering phone, redirecting employee questions, etc.) in the absence of a supervisor

Required Skills

SKILL SUMMARY: Requires a thorough knowledge of shop math, machine and

hand tools, measuring instruments and working properties of various metals. Employees must be thoroughly experienced in the construction, alteration or repair of all tools, dies, fixtures, and gauges.

Requires a high degree of ability to plan and perform work of a difficult nature where only general methods of procedure are available. Tool & Die Makers must be able to work with only general supervision.

Required Experience

Must have a Journeyman's card or proof of eight years experience in that trade. Equivalent hours of credit will be awarded for Military experience, technical course work as well as technical manufacturing experience such as CNC programming, etc.

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of the Mold & Tool Maker is to Construct, modify, repair and clean molds for use within the production workforce.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Interpret instructions, drawings, sketches and work orders from received from Production personnel/supervision, and Engineering.

• Plan and determine working procedure for tools and material requirements. Manufacture tools, jigs and fixtures needed to complete assigned tasks. Develop sketches of parts and perform layout as required. Calculate and determine dimensions and indices. Use data, shop formulas and reference material as required.

• Select and grind tools for the job considering hardness, machine ability, desired finish and other properties of parts to be machined.

• Set up and operate all machine tools common to the trade. Adjust stops, feeds, speeds and indexing, tapering or threading attachments to perform all types of operations for which the machine is adapted. Machine and hand finish part to precision tolerances and required surface. Use precision measuring instruments. Create and use CNC programs as required.

• Assemble, fit, align and adjust parts to required tolerances.

• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and tooling, including preventive maintenance and maintaining cleanliness of equipment and work area.

• Follow all safety requirements and OSHA standards.

Job Requirements

IDEAL EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in an injection molding tool/die construction facility and able to demonstrate solid experience with the following:

• Machine shop equipment (CNC, mill, lathe, grinders, EDM, welders, etc.)

• Tool prints

• Tool steels (selection, working/machining, heat treat, compatible materials)

• Root Cause Analysis

• Metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, hardness testing, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• A minimum of 2-4 years' mold making and repair experience.

• Mechanical skills to operate applicable machines, tools and equipment

• Mathematic skills to calculate and determine dimensions, tapers, indices and formulas used in the industry

• Strong knowledge of machine shop and tool room practices.

• Strong knowledge of various material properties, the principles of application as well as the operations of various types of tools, fixtures, dies, instruments and machinery.

• Strong knowledge of all types of hand, power and pneumatic tools; machine shop tools and cutters; manual and CNC machine tools; mills; die finishing equipment and compounds; heat treating equipment; lathes; grinders; measurement tools; computers; data collection equipment; testing and diagnostic equipment; lifting equipment; etc.

• Strong knowledge of hazardous and flammable materials, lubrications and coolants, cutting oils, grinding compounds and other processing materials, compressed and liquefied gases, repair kits, spare parts, raw stock material, service manuals and instructions, engineering drawings and sketches.

This position is responsible for entry level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Tasks

Perform daily forklift inspection and submit documentation to supervisor. Determine when the pickle will be made and how much is needed.

Will be required to retrieve ingredients from the warehouse daily. Enter brine required into the system. Follow program instruction in preparing pickle.

Transfer brine from lixator tanks at the appropriate salometer level. Scan all ingredients with scanner before adding to the pickle. Follow process instructions as per the touch screen.

Transfer pickle to appropriate tank. Enter all required information into the Plant.View QA System. Turn in work order with total amount completed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Team member may wear a dust mask- it is encouraged but not mandatory (up to the team member) Complete all required production documents and submit to supervisor daily. Report any issues related to maintenance or quality of the product to supervisor.

Requirements

Two to three years related experience and or training or equivalent combination of education and experience Plant View, EIM and SAP. Ability to operate equipment using a touch screen.

Must be forklift certified or become certified or have one to two years prior forklift operating experience. Recruiting areas-Harris County. Must have at least 6 months continuous work history with the same employer in the last 12 months. Recent graduates or students currently in school within the last 6 months must add this information under the education notes section.

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All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety. This includes but is not limited to personal safety and food safety.