Machinist
Key Duties and
Responsibilities
• Hands on practical machinest with strong (5 years +)
experience with conventional, CNC and grinding operations
• Managing small projects using engineering principles and
techniques
• Producing details of specifications and outline
designs
• Recommending modifications following prototype test
results
• Using research, analytical, conceptual and planning
skills, particularly mathematical modeling and computer-aided
design
• Considering the implications of issues such as cost,
safety and time constraints on projects, as well as on the design and
development of products
• Working with other professionals, within and outside the
engineering sector
Knowledge, Skills, and
Qualifications
• Solidworks or other 3D modeling experience is a plus and
can read / make blueprints from sample parts
• Part inspection and analytical skills
• Some hands on experience with the following grinding
operations, which include surface, dual disk, chamfering small parts
and blanchard grinding
• Knowledge of setting up fixtures, calculating feed rates
and cutting speeds
• Hands on experience with grinding profiles
• Hands on experience with manual metal fabrication and
machining equipment
• Good communication skills, including Technical writing
skills
• Comfortable handling and managing a range of tasks
• A well-developed understanding of safety and an interest
in working in a safe environment
• Willingness to do shift work when required
Other Desirable
Skills
• Knowledge of mathematical computing and analysis tools
(Matlab, Excel etc.)
• CNC lathe and mill machining experience using Mazak
machines
• An understanding of electro discharge machining (EDM),
including wire and hole popping
• Hands on experience with centreless grinding
• Hands on experience with deburing machines
• Hands on experience using diamond saws
• Basic practical experience with TIG, MIG and stick
welding on various metals and an understanding of the use of
appropriate filler wire
• Experience with CNC plasma cutting
• Basic practical experience with electrical wiring and
plumbing
• Forklift truck trained and willingness to work at
height
The work is mainly factory-based with potential overseas visits to
plants, factories, workshops or building sites. Factory production
areas can be noisy. Dress code can vary from that necessary for
office-based work to a hard hat and overalls when working on
site. Absence from home overnight and overseas work or travel may be
required. There are many opportunities to work abroad, particularly
throughout Asia.
In addition to meeting some of the desired skill sets listed, the
applicant should be motivated and work well within a team to
accomplish complex tasks. The applicant should be willing to work in
an R&D and production environment. As safety and the environment is
very important to Urban Mining Company, the applicant should be
motivated to work in a safe manner while meeting achievable
deadlines. The job will require that the applicant conduct all of
their work at our facility, as is required.
By joining UMC, you will have the opportunity to be a part of an
innovative, fast-growing company that’s a leader within the United
States for manufacture and development of magnetic materials.
In addition to meeting some of the desired skill sets listed, the
applicant should be motivated and work well within a team to
accomplish complex tasks. The applicant should be willing to work with
magnetic materials in an R&D and production environment. As safety and
the environment is very important to Urban Mining Company, the
applicant should be motivated to work in a safe manner while meeting
achievable deadlines. The job will require that the applicant conduct
all of their work at our facility, as is required.
If you would like to apply for this position, please send us an email at careers@urbanminingco.com, specify for which position you are applying, and include your CV.