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Taylor Guitars

Machinist I

el cajon, CA

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Taylor Guitars lists this Machinist I opportunity in el cajon, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

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Machinist Opportunity At Taylor GuitarsIf you are a skillful machinist who enjoys fabricating and being highly productive in a rewarding R&D environment, this is a great opportunity for you! Bring your machining talents to our Tooling Department at Taylor Guitars!The Machinist sets up and operates conventional, special purpose, and computer numerical control (CNC) machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing the following duties.Department: Machine & ToolingFLSA Status: Non-ExemptJob Status: Full TimeWork Schedule: Monday - FridayNight Shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PMMachinist I Salary Range: $26.90 -31.03ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent fabricating.Studies drawings, specifications and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of what will be the finished work piece.Fits and assembles machined parts into complete units, applying knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, machining ability of materials, and layout techniques.Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications, dimensions and alignment of assembly.Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plates, hand tools, and power tools.Installs machined replacement parts into mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and performs tests to ensure functionality and performance.Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining and assembly problemsLevel 1: Operate basic shop equipment (band saw, grinders, drill press, etc.). Load, remove, and perform basic editing, as needed, of CNC programs. Set-up machine tools per instructions. Read and interpret detailed setup sheets, blueprints, and part drawings. Using measuring equipment, verify work performed is to part print or company standards of acceptability. Maintain a safe and clean work area. Record daily work performed. Works under moderate supervision.Team Oriented – Ability to get along with others and to work well in a team environment.Customer Focus - Knows who internal customers are. Identifies opportunities that benefit the customer (internal and external). Establishes and maintains effective relationships. Delivers products that meet customer expectations.Results Oriented - Works as a productive and cooperative member of a cohesive group. Persists in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. Pushes self and helps others achieve results. Solution vs. problem oriented. Demonstrates ability to adjust when obstacles arise.Communicates Effectively - Communicates proactively and with purpose and professionally, in a concise and straightforward manner. Attentively listens to others. Communicates to those involved, especially if agreements cannot be kept.Accountability - Takes personal responsibility for decisions, behaviors, actions and failures, and commits to necessary corrective action. Able to admit limitations of knowledge, yet demonstrate a willingness to do what is needed to improve. Proactively seeks feedback without being defensive. Does what is right because it is the right thing to do. Leaves personal circumstances outside of work in order to remain engaged in the task at hand. Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.Reliability - Demonstrates reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality.Technical Aptitude - Knowledge of how to use equipment and materials properly.Technical Aptitude - Knowledge to meet productivity standards.Technical Aptitude - Advanced skill of machine setup and operation.Problem Solving - Ability to troubleshoot, report situations or resolve the problem independently.QualificationsPosition QualificationsEducation & Experience: Associate's Degree (two-year college or technical school) is required. CNC Machinist with job shop experience. Manual machining, lathe and mill background is a must. In addition, experience with Fadal VMC and Thermwood CNC Router machines a plus.Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer literate with the ability to learn new software applications.

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el cajon, CA, 92021, US

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