Machinist II - III

Discover Your Next Big Opportunity: See Why Quality Vision International Is the Place to Be! See What Jim Had to Say About Our Machine Shop! Location: Rochester, NY, On-SiteSchedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pmCompensation: $24.00-$33.00, based on experienceThe Machinist II-III in QVI's Machine Shop operates manual mills and/or program computer numerically controlled (CNC) milling machine in a low to medium production volume environment.Role and Responsibilities:Operates and programs manual mills or computer numerically controlled ( CNC ) machine in a low to medium production volume environment. To include:•Machine (drill, mill and tap) a wide assortment of sometimes intricate and expensive castings, forgings, weldments and machined parts.•Inspect and verify parts with hand tools (micrometers, caliper) and/or hard gaging; and be accountable for own parts.•Set 3 axis position stops, fixture offsets, select proper feeds, speeds and tools, develop and fabricate basic fixtures.•Perform operator intervened operations that are required by program sequences, utilizing G/M codes.•Program, set-up, run parts, inspect, and make adjustments to produce conforming parts with no supervision.•Maintain a safe and orderly production area.•Complete programming of parts including: set-up, run parts, inspect, and make adjustments to produce conforming parts in an independent manner. (Level III)•Process machine parts completely and independently (start to finish), developing fixtures as needed, set proper feeds and speeds, leave appropriate material for next operation. (Level III)•Maintain a safe and orderly production area in accordance with 6S policies/protocols. (Level III)•Take initiative to identify ways to improve efficiency, without cutting corners. (Level III)•Always ensuring the highest level of quality is achieved, minimum material waste. Goal = Zero defects on every job, parts made to the print. (Level III)•Perform other related duties as assigned by management.Someone who has worked as a CNC machinist or has done CNC machining in this role could be a fit for this position!Requirements•High School Diploma required; Associates degree in related technical discipline preferred.•Journeyman or completion of apprenticeship program preferred.•Must have 5+ years of experience working on vertical and/or horizontal machine tools and/or CNC machining . (Level II)•Must have 10+ years of experience working on vertical and/or horizontal machine tools. (Level III)•CAM certification and/or proficiency preferred. (Level III)•Advance ability to read and interpret complex drawings, with interrelated dimensions and strong understanding of GD&T principles.(Level III)•Proficiency to produce parts of the highest quality with specifications of .0002" (3-5um) including bores, parallel, and flatness. (Level III)•Strong math skills, good working knowledge of SPC a plus•Ability to read and interpret drawings, sometimes of a complex nature with interrelated dimensions.•Proficiency to produce parts of good quality with specifications of .0004"-.0008" including bores, parallel, and flatness. (Level II)•Solid understanding of cutting tools, endmills, drill, and reamers.•Ability to perform tool offsets for length and diameter, with a willingness to further training.•Strong communication skills and fluent in machine shop terminology/concepts.Physical and/or Environmental Requirements:•Ability to independently lift and carry items weighing up to 30 lbs., occasional lifting to 70 lbs.•Ability for frequent, firm, and steady hand grip with tools requiring torque to tighten machine parts, tooling, and fixtures.•Ability to stand, walk, and/sit for extended periods of time.•Ability and willingness to wear any required Personal Protective Equipment, which may include Safety glasses, ear plugs, safety shoes, head protection, etc.What We Offer: Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays annuallyOver 3 weeks of total PTO (vacation/sick/personal) each year, with an increase in PTO benefits after 5 and 10 years Paid Benefits: Robust health benefit offerings with QVI paying over 97%-100% of the premium on our most affordable HDHP, and single coverage now FREE for employees!Employer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefitsLife insurance benefits paid by QVIAnnual Retirement Profit Share of 5% of gross wages!Tuition reimbursement of up to $7,000 annuallyAnnual scholarships for dependents of employeesReferral bonuses of $1,500 when employees help us spread the word and hire great talent!Annual discretionary bonuses for employees not on a commission plan Extras: EAP and Wellness BenefitsOn-site electric vehicle charging stations - free for employee use!Verizon discounts & Identity Theft Protection Insurance Salary Description $24-$33, based on experience