Machine Shop Technician

Machine Shop Technician

Job Status: Full-Time

Position Description

Machine Shop Technician

Machine Shop Technician translates blueprints, CAD/CAM files, and work orders into finished physical components by operating tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC equipment. The Machine Shop Technician will be responsible for working with Engineers and customers to create practical fixtures and other items to assist with vehicle testing. This position will also be required to do some welding and fabricating on an as needed basis.

Essential Functions*

• Read & Interpret: Review blueprints, engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and technical sketches.
• Setup & Tooling: Select, install, and adjust cutting tools, workpieces, and fixtures on manual or CNC machines.
• Programming & Operation: Write or adjust G-code programs, set feed rates and speeds, and run production or prototype batches.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished parts using precision tools like micrometers, calipers, and height gauges to ensure they meet exact tolerances.
• Maintenance & Safety: Perform daily preventative maintenance on machinery, clear chips and debris, and keep a clean, safe work floor.
• Material Handling: Move raw stock and finished parts using pallet jacks, forklifts, or overhead cranes.
• TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required
• Certifications: National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials or OSHA safety training are a strong plus.
• 2-5+ years of hands-on ship or CNC operating experience
• Proficient in the use of CNC machines, cutting tools, manual lathes,
• Valid driver's license
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in ship math, measuring instruments, and ready blueprints and CAD/CAM files

Working conditions

• Standard machine shop environment
• May be exposed to temperatures below 0 degree and above 95 degrees
• May be exposed to inclement weather

Physical requirements

• Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Capable of positioning one's self into bending, stretching, climbing, or awkward positions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time
• Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers
• Ability to enter work times into a computer
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time
• Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers
• Ability to enter work times into a computer

Disclaimer

It is the policy of TRC Inc. to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment practices, without regard to race, color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment.