• CNC Machinist

    IDEX (Portage, MI)


    If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

     

    With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

     

    Micro-LAM, Inc. is recognized as one of the Best and Brightest award-winning workplaces in Southwest Michigan and is a rapidly growing company. We are seeking a hard-working, knowledgeable, and goal-oriented individual to join our team. This position is responsible for supporting various teams within the organization that require custom prototyping and component production. Experienced candidates interested in joining a high-tech organization in the ever-growing Optics industry should apply immediately. Micro-LAM offers a competitive compensation and benefit package, in addition to a strong culture that emphasizes on continuous improvement and personal growth.

     

    Our company core values are: Customer-Driven, Integrity, Bold, Innovative, Diversity

    Basic Responsibilities:

    - Maintain a clean and safe work area.

     

    - Execute daily production schedule.

     

    - Set up and operate milling machines, lathes, and grinders.

     

    - Perform quality checks to ensure the product meets standards using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, check fixtures, and drop gauges.

     

    - Modify and/or repair equipment and products according to engineering specifications.

     

    - Complete appropriate documentation using Excel and Word.

     

    - Evaluate current processes and products to develop and implement continuous improvements.

     

    - Perform routine machine maintenance.

    Advanced Responsibilities:

    - Programming for CNC machines using Mastercam.

     

    - Design and manufacture Machining jigs and fixtures.

     

    - Product review for manufacturability and quality standards.

     

    - Assisting other CNC Operators to maximize Speed, Quality and Efficiency, while also programming and running your own set of machines.

     

    - Daily production reporting.

     

    - Act as Quality Assurance Representative for the department.

     

    - Machine tool procurement and Inventory control.

     

    - Develop the machining processes to ensure the product is produced safely and efficiently.

    Requirements:

    - Minimum 3 years of experience in CNC machining.

     

    - Experience in running and maintaining metal working equipment: mills, lathes, grinders, saws.

     

    - Read, interpret, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, and engineering drawings.

     

    - Proficient in MS Office suite.

     

    - Experience in programming CNC machines.

     

    - Proficiency with CAD/CAM for design and prototyping; SolidWorks experience for CAD.

     

    - Knowledge of basic material properties for manufacturing.

     

    - A good understanding of a startup environment.

     

    - High school diploma or GED equivalent.

    PAY RANGE:

    + $20 - $28/HR BASED ON COMPETENCY

     

    Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

     

    **IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer** . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

    **Attention Applicants:** If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

    **Job Family:** Operations

    **Business Unit:** Micro-LAM