Co-op Machinist

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A Co‑op Machinist is primarily responsible for the operation of CNC and manual machinery, the inspection of finished goods to ensure process control, and the safe operation of all machinery in accordance with health and safety codes.

• Operate and make adjustments to a multi‑axis CNC machining center, manual lathes, and drill press machines.
• Machine various metals, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and high‑alloy materials.
• Edit programs on CNC machinery for each part being machined.
• Interpret blueprints for production orders.
• Deburr castings prior to machining.
• Perform quality assurance inspections of parts according to charts.
• Maintain efficiency records of equipment.
• Perform manual statistical testing to ensure machine specifications.
• Execute all machine setup duties.
• Perform safety and housekeeping tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to:
  • Perform workshop math (trigonometry, geometry, etc.).
  • Use non‑powered hand tools (mallets, hammers, pry‑bars, screwdrivers, wrenches, micrometers, Vernier calipers, indicators, height gauges, etc.).
  • Plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate an activity adhering to specifications for quality control.
  • Read and interpret blueprints for production orders.
  • Operate jib cranes and hoists.
  • Employ solid problem‑solving skills.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and a desire to learn.

• A high school diploma or GED. Technical school training is a plus.
• 3–5+ years of experience as a machinist, including setting up, programming and operating CNC lathes and 3/4/5‑axis horizontal and vertical machining centers.
• Experience machining heavy metals such as carbon steel, stainless steel and other high alloys.
• Experience with measuring tools such as calipers, gauges and micrometers.
• Experience with Mazak, Cincinnati and/or Mori Seiki equipment is a plus.

The employee is frequently required to stand for long periods and operate machinery or lift and move up to 40 pounds. Occasional kneeling, bending, stooping, walking or working at height is required. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. PPE is required.

The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts of various sizes, exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level is usually loud.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work for this classification. They are not exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Anticipated salary range: $48,700 per year to $68,200 per year.

SPX FLOW is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

QUALITY – Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX’s business. Every employee shares the responsibility to prevent nonconformities related to product, process and the quality system, identify them, record them and recommend solutions.