Job Description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Experienced machinist capable of operating independently in a prototype /manufacturing environment, who can perform all tasks required in machining high precision components, specifically involving CNC lathes and mills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Machine precision parts using CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, and other metalworking equipment
• Interpret blueprints, job orders, and specifications to determine machining methods, tooling, programming requirements, sequence of operations, and tolerance requirements
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to ensure dimensional accuracy
• Perform CNC machine setup, programming, and troubleshooting
• Design and fabricate tools and fixtures for turning and milling operations
• Measure and inspect parts using precision metrology equipment, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and related tools
• Interpret and utilize CMM inspection reports
• Estimate machining and process step times for new or revised parts
• Machine prototype parts independently, making adjustments and corrections as required
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineers and other departments to clarify job requirements, improve manufacturability, and support product design improvements
• Assist with training and mentoring of other machinists as needed
• Recommend process, tooling, or design changes to improve quality, efficiency, or cost
• Identify and work with various material types and understand their machining characteristics
• Perform limited surface grinding as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Fluent in CNC Programming Software
• Experience with machining and measurement of tolerances < 0.0001”
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and sketches
• Perform algebraic, trigonometry, geometry, conversions and complicated mathematical calculations
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge in the operation and maintenance of manual mills and CNC Lathes, drill press, and hand tools
• Demonstrate and practice a detail-oriented approach to work. Organize and prioritize work, Use reasoning and good judgment
• Work effectively with time and production restrictions. Work without direct supervision
• Must be able to measure and inspects as needed

CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE

• Three or more years as a CNC Machinist
• Two or more years CNC programming experience
• One or more years technical experience with prototype machinist work using mills and lathes
• One or more years Technical Machinist training

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work extended hours when necessary
• Willing to work weekends when necessary

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires frequent use of visual acuity for machining, inspection, setup, programming, and safe operation of equipment
• Regularly operates CNC mills and lathes, manual mills and lathes, drill presses, grinders, saws, computers, hand tools, precision fabrication equipment, and measuring instruments
• Frequently handles and manipulates tooling, equipment, materials, and sharp objects safely while setting up, maintaining, and changing machine components
• Requires bending, lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, and reaching as necessary to operate and maintain machines and related accessories
• Transports tooling, equipment, materials, and sharp objects safely within the department
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, ear protection, and gloves, is required and provided as appropriate
• May be exposed to minimal fumes from cleaning solvents such as alcohol and acetone
• Work environment emphasizes safety compliance; adherence to established safety policies and procedures is required
• Prior safety training in a manufacturing or machining environment is required

PHYSICAL CLASSIFICATION OF JOB

Heavy Work: The ability to lift up to one hundred pounds with assistance occasionally and up to fifty pounds frequently, due to the weight of machinery and materials. This position requires standing to a significant degree in order to operate machinery safely.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $48,000.00 - $72,000.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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