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Ametek

Diamond Turning Machinist

Richmond, CA · On-site

$24.50 - $33.50/hr

Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. As a Diamond Turning Machinist ...

IDEX

Diamond Turning Machinist

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$48K - $72K/yr

Our Life Science Optics team is expanding, and we are seeking skilled individuals to join our manufacturing organization. Position Summary The Diamond Turning Machinist is responsible for the setup ...

Syntec Optics

Diamond Turning Tech

Rochester, NY · On-site

$21.50 - $28.50/hr

Operate diamond turning machines to manufacture mold nubbins and prototype lenses. * Clean and ... Must be a good team player. This in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be ...

Wilcox Industries

Diamond Turning Operator

Newington, NH · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

This position is a member of the operations and manufacturing team with a primary focus on diamond turning and precision optical manufacturing. The diamond Turning Operator will learn to set up ...

Wilcox Industries

Diamond Turning Operator

Newington, NH · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

This position is a member of the operations and manufacturing team with a primary focus on diamond turning and precision optical manufacturing. The diamond Turning Operator will learn to set up ...

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Diamond Turning Machinist (Starlink) - Level 4/5

Redmond, WA • On-site

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$46.50 - $59/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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DIAMOND TURNING MACHINIST (STARLINK) - LEVEL 4/5

As a Diamond Turning Machinist on the Diamond Turning team, you will be responsible for the manufacturing and development of sub-micron level tolerance diamond turned parts at production volumes. This is a unique and challenging opportunity to use world class equipment, learn/expand a diamond turning skillset, and work with some of the best and brightest in their fields. The scope of this team is to make the parts that other companies cannot, and to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible to machine.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Collaborate with engineering to develop new diamond-turned products and processes 
  • Continuously improve production process to maximize throughput, improve yield, and improve process up time 
  • Responsible for maintaining maximum machine up time by troubleshooting off nominal issues such as resolving alarms, repairing tooling, and actively maintaining best practices 
  • Responsible for following defined work instructions, process controls and maintaining a safe work environment  
  • Responsible for using metrology including CMM's, optical microscopes and Zygo interferometers 
  • Responsible for changing tools and tooling, following defined processes 
  • Responsible for data entry, work tracking and effective communication 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate 
  • 3+ years of experience operating diamond turning lathes 
  • Experience using GD&T producing precision optics 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • 5+ years operating diamond turning lathes 
  • Experience developing and producing new diamond turned products 
  • Experience using Nanocam or similar software 
  • Ability to independently troubleshoot off-nominal issues related to diamond turning and precision optics manufacturing 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Must be available for 10 hour shifts. Estimated shift times: 1st shift (6:00AM-4:30PM), 2nd shift (4:00PM to 2:30AM)
  • Ability to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed 
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted 
  • Abilityto stand for extended periods - 8 hours min 
  • Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces 
  • Ability to work in an environment with repetitive movement, bending or twisting, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range:  
Diamond Turning Machinist /Level 4: $41.00 - $50.00/hour  
Diamond Turning Machinist /Level 5: $46.50 - $59.00/hour  

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. 

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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