Job Summary
Operate one or more Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM) or similar equipment to specifications, following standard charts and manuals, applying knowledge of electrical-discharge machining process and methods, electric currents and circuitry, metal properties, and shop mathematics, to shape metalwork pieces that adhere to extremely tight tolerances.

Role and Responsibilities

• Operate designated machines and equipment to meet blueprint specifications.
• Run production per schedule.
• Read blueprint and job order for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, and number of parts to be processed.
• Use blueprint data to measure parts processed from Wire, Sinker and EDM Drill.
• Verify proper parts and fixturing are being used.
• Verify dimensions of finished work piece for conformance to specifications using optical/digital comparator, Micrometer, Caliper, gage blocks and or gage pins or other required equipment.
• Communicate with co-workers, members of other shifts, technical leader, team leader and/or supervisor to transfer and receive instructions and information.
• Perform In-process inspections.
• Assist in investigation of Nonconforming Material.
• Implement continuous improvement activities.
• Perform ERP system transactions.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience desired.
• Must have very strong oral and written communication skills and be able to follow written and verbal instructions. Mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to use measurement and inspection tools like micrometers, microscope, etc.
• Good work habits, attendance adherence, strong workmanship and a positive attitude are required.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.