Job Description

Position Summary

The Machinist III will perform setup and operate equipment, such as but not limited to mills, lathes, mill/lathe combo machines, CO2 lasers, and press brakes. Follows blueprints, rough sketches, or engineer drawings to machine metal accurately, must inspect 1st part and continue the written inspection process during production. Uses hand and power tools to smooth and finish edges and/or complete part.

What You'll do as a Machinist III

• Perform all duties of a Machinist I and II.

• Set up and operate 3-5 axis CNC machining equipment and maintain an 80% to 90% efficiency rate daily.

• Operate two or more different types of machining centers.

• Have the ability to run all machines/equipment within area assigned without help from higher level machinist.

• Navigate NC’s of the machining centers being operated.

• Interpret/edit program speeds, feeds, depths, spindle/tool and 5 axis orientations.

• Execute F.A.I.R. Work or first-run programs.

• Capable of mentoring and training Machinist I and II

• Use required measuring instruments and gauges to check and ensure parts meet dimensional requirements.

• Comply with all quality standards, safety rules, and regulations.

• Additional duties as required to meet business needs.

The Experience, skills and Abilities Needed

**Required: **

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 years of related experience.
• 2 years of experience working in a solid metal fabrication/machining environment.
• Experience operating a CNC Lathe and Mill machine is required.

**Preferred: **

• Completion of a formal machining training program is preferred.

**Other: **

• Must have strong math skills and basic computer skills.
• Must have advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must have the ability to stand for long periods of time and be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Must be able to operate 3-axis CNC machines.
• Must be able to read and interpret work instruction documents.
• Must be able to use precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Must have the ability to create and edit programs.
• Must have knowledge of tooling used on machines being operated, plus basic knowledge of G & M code.

What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

*Here is just a brief overview of what we offer: *

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long/Short Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & Paternal Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career

You should be proficient in:

• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover