EDM Machinist

Company Summary

Advanced Machining & Tooling, LLC (AMT) is a precision component manufacturing facility in Poway, CA that was established in 1989. AMT specialized in unique or difficult to fabricate aerospace and gas turbine components made from exotic metals. Certified to ISO 9001 and AS9100. We are a high tolerance, technology driven company that employs 5-axis milling, water jet cutting, all forms EM, etc.

Projects we have worked on include: Mars Rover, James Webb Telescope, Electromagnetic systems aka Rail Gun, Turbine Engines, and much more!

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to support the department's ability to achieve its goals and objectives. This includes the safe and efficient operation of a EDM machine allowing for the achievement of customer expectations for quality and on-time delivery. Other duties may be assigned as needed. This position will report to the Department Lead and the Operations Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate EDM machine for the cutting of metallic materials
• Tool life management
• Interpret blueprints, sketches/shop drawings, and engineering specifications
• Perform 1st piece, in-process and last piece inspection using micrometers, calipers, comparators, and various gauges according to process documentation
• Perform operator maintenance
• Diagnose and correct equipment or tool issues
• Perform basic de-burr or rework of work in-process
• Maintain work station to 5S standards
• Machine parts to required tolerances while meeting expected completion dates
• Develop, track and optimize machining parameters for different materials
• Develop and make any required fixturing to support the EDM area
• Perform preventative maintenance of EDM machines as required
• Perform other various machining functions while machines are running to support the operations of the shop
• Operate Electrical Discharge Machining, Computer Numeric Control, Screw Machines and/or inspection equipment to support a production-paced environment
• Perform all work according to AMT safety standards
• Comply with all AMT policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned. Duties may change at any time with or without notice

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no supervisory responsibility

Work Environment

• This job operates in the production area

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• This position will carry parts and material up to 50 pounds
• This position requires lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds
• This position routinely performs reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping in order to package/unpackage parts, move and set tools, equipment and materials
• This position will work the forklift or use another technique to bring in anything that is over 50 pounds
• When de-burring, this position will routinely perform tedious operations requiring hand and finger dexterity
• This position will stand at least 95% of the scheduled shift

Required Education & Experience

• 5+ years of CNC wire or sinker EDM set-up, operating, and basic programming experience
• Experience with CNC EDM hole drilling/hole proper setup
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints
• Ability to read, write and interpret written instructions, blueprint, shop drawings and engineering specifications in English
• Proficient use of basic shop math
• Experience with 3-axis machine set up and operation is required
• Must be able to understand CMM (Coordinate Measurement Machine) reports
• High School Diploma or GED

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

The company requires access to information, or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US Government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US citizens, or to other unauthorized individuals.

Candidates must be United States Citizen, or US Permanent Resident.

Candidates are subject to a background check, drug test and reference check.

Total Rewards Package

This is a permanent, non-exempt (hourly), full time position. The hourly pay range for this position is $20 - $35 per hour (depending on experience). 2nd shift include 10% shift premium.

Our comprehensive benefit package includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k plan with matching contributions, 10 days of paid vacation annually, 5 days of paid sick leave annually, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, FSA and HSA (depending on insurance choice), life insurance, short and long term disability and parental leave.

AAP/EEO Statement

AMT provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veterans status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.