Company: Electron Energy Corporation
Contact: Kelsey Umholtz(609) 501-5684kumholtz@electronenergy.com
General Description
The General Machinist is responsible for machining, assembling, and finishing rare earth magnet material and hardware to meet customer specifications. This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining various machining and finishing equipment while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
Full time, Part time, and Temporary positions available!
Pay Range: $22-$26 hourly
Major Functions:
Optimize Safety/Minimize Risk
Wear required PPE.
Adhere to required safety precautions.
Read, Understand, and Follow Work Instructions (WI) and Process Control Standards (PCS)
Access Paradigm to review and/or print WI or PCS.
Recommend revisions and updates to WI and PCS.
Interpret Customer Drawings
Verify drawing part numbers and revision levels match manufacturing routers.
Review drawings to obtain specified dimensions, features, tolerances, and customer requirements.
Set Up Machinery
Install proper tooling, fixtures, and measuring equipment.
Select appropriate programs and calibrate measuring tools as required.
Obtain first piece inspection approval before running jobs.
Maintain Machinery and Work Area
Clean and organize machinery, equipment, and workstations.
Fill coolant or oil in machines as needed.
Perform required preventative maintenance.
Request reorder of consumables as necessary.
Operate Various Machining and Finishing Equipment
CNC and manual machining equipment, including:
Centerless grinders
CNC mills and lathes
Wire EDM machines
Honing, drilling, scoring, and chamfering tools
Double disc grinders
Tumblers, ultrasonic cleaners, and ovens
Ensure operations meet established quality standards and production rates.
Verify and Accurately Record Data
Enter data into ERP computer systems and manufacturing routers.
Maintain records for inspections and quality assurance.
Perform In-Process Inspections
Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, and optical comparators.
Ensure conformance to customer specifications and manufacturing requirements.
Adhere to EEC Escalation Policy
Report issues affecting quality, safety, or productivity to supervisors.
Mandatory Role Requirements:
Knowledge/Education/Certification
High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certification preferred.
Experience
1–2 years of machining experience preferred.
Role Complexity
Requires a solid understanding of machining processes, use of precision instruments, and ability to follow standard procedures.
Degree of Inspection
Requires frequent use of precision instruments for detailed visual inspections.
Responsibility for Accuracy
Errors may result in moderate financial loss or production delays.
Decision Making
Follows set procedures with some minor operational decision-making responsibilities.
Contacts with Others/Communications
Occasional verbal and written communication outside the department.
Supervision Received
Works independently while following supervisor-assigned tasks; responsible for identifying and correcting errors.
Tools, Machines, and Equipment Used
Operates complex instruments, CNC machinery, and other machining tools with required competency.
Responsibility for Equipment and Work Ares
Accountable for machine setup, maintenance, and cleanliness.
Responsibility for Confidentiality
Minimal responsibility beyond general company policy adherence.
Hazards & Working Conditions
Moderate risk of minor injuries such as cuts or bruises.
Mental & Physical Demands
Requires sustained physical effort, attention to detail, and ability to work with diverse operations. Ability to lift 20 lbs up to 40 lbs. with assistance