VG3 Machinist | Victor, ID

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Full Time | Manufacturing
Job Title: VG3 Machinist
Location: Victor, Idaho
Reports to: VP of Production
Compensation: Commensurate with Experience

New West KnifeWorks is looking for an experienced machinist to join our growing production facility in Victor, ID.

About you:

  •  2+ years experience around precision and power tools.  
  • Experience and or knowledge in CNC machining and programming.   
  • Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail
  • Mathematical skills
  • Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)
  • Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
  • Knowledge of metal properties and other material
  • Communication skills with ability to discuss and solve challenges

What you’ll do:

  • Operate a manual mill as well as computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines to cut and produce precision knives and fixtures..
  • Learn and understand machine functionality and associated software.
  • Keep track of daily totals finished
  • Order consumables and tools needed to maintain quotas
  • Verify conformance of finished work-piece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary. • 
  • Set up and operate machines on trial runs to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data. • 
  • Performs routine maintenance tasks on machines as required. 
  • Collaborate with machine manufacturers as well as VP Production and R&D staff to solve issues as they arise.
  • Train other operators in use of machines

To Apply
Email jobs@newwestknifeworks.com with resume as an attachment and cover letter in email body.

Location Info
Address | 7667 Lupine Lane, Victor ID 83455
Phone | 877.258.0100