2nd Shift - Prototype Machinist (M-F 3p-12a)

Company: HELIOS TECHNOLOGIES INC
Location: Sarasota
Posted on: November 20, 2022

Job Description:

Job DetailsLevelExperiencedJob LocationSun Hydraulics (1500) - Sarasota, FLPosition TypeFull TimeSalary Range$24.00 - $30.00 HourlyTravel PercentageNegligibleJob CategoryManufacturingFORBES 2022 AMERICA'S BEST MID-SIZE COMPANIES5% Quarterly Cash Bonus Payout, Outstanding Health, Dental, and Vision Plan, Matching 401K (Starting 3% up to 6% after 7+ years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Program (Buying Helios Technologies Stock at a 15% discounted rate), 100% Tuition Reimbursement, Family Environment, and ability to retire after a long term career. We are looking for dedicated people that want to make a long term career with Sun Hydraulics.Job Summary:The Prototype Machinist is to support Engineering and Production efforts by fabricating prototypes and fixtures utilizing a variety of manual and CNC machining equipment. This Individual should have excellent organizational skills, be proficient in Microsoft suite, and be capable of reading high level reports, specifications, procedures, and presentations to determine necessary part modifications.Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate both CNC equipment and manual machinery, I.E., engine lathe and Bridgeport mill
• Be flexible to accommodate modifications for "walk-up customers", such as engineers who may be in the middle of testing prototype valves in the R&D lab
• Read blueprints and measuring instruments
• Advise engineering regarding feasibility of initial designs
• Determine/order the necessary tooling and raw materials required to perform essential job functions against budgetary constraints while maintaining a detailed inventory log
• Work closely with engineering, R&D, and production on prototype parts, modifications to existing parts, fixtures etc.
• Assist with manifold machining necessary to support the R&D lab activitiesRequired Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Proficient with Mastercam programming software.
  • Proficient in Microsoft suite
  • Ability to read high level reports, specifications, procedures, and presentations to determine necessary part modificationsEducation and Experience:
    • Technical college degree in machining or similar field
    • General understanding of production tooling and fixture design and assembly
    • Experience reading/creating complex part prints and determine the feasibility of the required geometries
    • Experience providing detailed measurements of prototype parts in a tabular format when requested
    • Experience reading high level reports, specifications, procedures, and presentations to determine necessary part modifications
    • 7 years minimum related experience working as a machinist/toolmaker in creating prototypes as well as fabricating and maintaining fixtures, jigs, and gauges required, strong mechanical abilityPhysical Requirements:
      • Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
      • Ability to lift 50 pounds

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