MACHINIST 1

Machinist 1 Department: Manufacturing Division: Manufacturing At Daniel Defense, Only the Best Build the Best… Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world's finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission, Honor God. Defend Freedom®, is accomplished by serving customers and providing top-quality solutions to our military, law enforcement, and civilian customers seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting. As a Machinist 1, you will be responsible for the functions outlined below, maintaining cell productivity by troubleshooting production problems and performing proven setups under the guidance of Manufacturing Engineers and/or Supervisors. Essential Functions: - Conform to and operate within the framework of all applicable operator work instructions, SOPs, quality, and safety procedures. - Maintain proper housekeeping of work area; keep all machines, tools, equipment, and work surfaces free of oil, grease, etc. - Proficient at the operation of all machines and processes in the assigned cell. - Make offsets to tools to produce good parts; preset tools as needed; calibrate probes and tool setter. - Clear and correct common machine alarms including Automatic Tool Changer alarms. - Troubleshoot machine issues affecting part production or quality. - Perform repetitive inspection of parts using precision instruments such as micrometers, height gages, calipers, and indicators. - Assist and monitor process flow to meet production requirements set by Cell Supervisor. - Assist with training machine operators in the performance of their assigned duties. - Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures. - Participates in the company's efforts to continuously improve in Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity. - Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment - Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - High school diploma or general education degree (GED); typically 2-4 years of prior manufacturing experience or a combination of related experience, education, and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job. A two-year technical degree or approved apprenticeship in related coursework (i.e., CNC mill or lathe) is a plus. - Working knowledge of GD&T, machine tool programming languages (G & M codes), and blueprint reading. - Ability to interpret machine tool programming languages to anticipate machine action, use "Distance to Go