Job description:
Founded in 1895, Kirlin Lighting is the longest-operating independent lighting fixture manufacturer in the United States. We are looking to add an experienced Machinist to our staff, working out of our headquarters in Detroit, MI.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Overview
Founded in 1895, Kirlin Lighting, the longest-operating independent lighting fixture manufacturer in the United States, seeks an experienced CNC Machinist / Metal Fab for our Detroit, MI headquarters. This role demands expertise in machining operations, G-code, machine setups, and proficiency in utilizing, maintaining, and developing jigs for precision component manufacturing. The ideal candidate will blend seasoned machinist skills with a thorough understanding of metal fabrication processes to ensure accurate and efficient production.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain bandsaws, drill presses, lathes, milling machines, and CNC equipment for precision component fabrication.
- Interpret drawings to fabricate parts accurately, ensuring adherence to design specifications.
- Take precise measurements for cutting or drilling extrusions, sheet metal parts, and implement appropriate machines and settings for each task.
- Monitor and adjust the fabrication process, optimizing feed and settings for optimal performance.
- Collaborate in the development and enhancement of jigs and fixtures, ensuring secure workpiece clamping and precise alignment.
- Maintain inventory of completed products, perform machine maintenance and minor repairs, and manage perishable tooling needs.
- Log job progression using ERP systems, multitasking efficiently and meeting urgent demands while mentoring new team members.
- Utilize a variety of hand tools to fabricate parts and contribute effectively to the team's efforts.
Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive skill set, demonstrating expertise in:
- CNC machining, G-code, and machine setups, with 4+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), ensuring precise verification of part dimensions.
- Utilization of precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers for accurate measurements.
- Operating CNC machine probes for precise measurements and alignment.
- Optimizing tool paths, feeds, and speeds for various machining operations.
- Interpreting complex part drawings and calculating tolerances.
- Contributing to the development of fixturing jigs for precise inspection purposes.
Additionally, the candidate should exhibit the following skills
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety in all operations.
- Excellent coordination and communication skills.
- Capability to work independently or within a team, maintaining an organized approach and meeting deadlines.
- Ability to lift to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Pay and Benefits
- Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour based on experience.
- Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, health insurance, health savings account, paid time off.
- Schedule: Full-time position with an 8-hour shift, day shift, Monday to Friday.
- Experience: 4 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Work Location: In-person at our Detroit, MI headquarters.Operates and maintains bandsaws, drill presses, lathes and milling machines.
- Utilizes drawings to manufacture parts and ensure accurate production.
- Takes precise measurements for cutting or drilling extrusions and sheet metal parts.
- Selects appropriate machine and settings for a given task.
- Plans proper sequence of tasks to complete the assignment.
- Monitors fabrication process, adjusting feed and other settings as necessary.
- Maintains inventory of completed products.
- Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
- Monitors and requests perishable tooling (ie: band saw blades, drills, taps, sanding pads, driver bits, etc.)
- Makes fixtures and jigs as needed to make complex parts or cuts.
- Logs job progression in ERP system.
- Work on simultenous jobs while responding to urgent demand.
- Able to work overtime as needed.
- Act as a mentor to train new and developing employees.
- Able to use a variety of hand tools to fabricate parts.
- Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Excellent coordination and seasoned machinist skills
- 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety
- Solid written and verbal communication skills along with ability to work alone or within a team
- Must be well organized and able to work under deadlines
- Proficient in math and has problem solving skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks
Education:
- High school or equivalent
Pay is Based off experience level
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
