Kairos Power
Senior Mill-Turn Machinist
Alameda, CA or Richmond, CA · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$49k-$58kDetected 29 days ago
SolidWorksGD&TCAMCollaborationMentoring
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Sponsors this role80
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level I)39
Fits your clock70
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About the role
- Kairos Power is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Mill-Turn Machinist experienced with multitask machining operations, including dual spindle lathes or mill-turn machines.
Responsibilities
- Interprets blueprints along with 3D models to develop NC programs, design fixturing, plan machining sequences, and operate CNC machines to produce precision components.
- Creates safe workholding methods and plans for work coordinates or tooling before any machine operations.
- Set up, operation and programing of a wide range of component sizes to deliver parts to meet internal deadlines or quality requirements.
- Selects appropriate jaws or creates custom workholding while utilizing primarily hydraulic chucks on main and sub spindles in mill-turn machines.
- Performs precision machining operations on parts and components within multi-process assemblies, including components that have undergone prior processes such as welding, rolling, and forming, contributing to a continuous and complex manufacturing workflow.
- Maintains compliance with internal quality standards and proficiently utilizes job scheduling software to track production and shop floor operations.
- Completes and maintains accurate job travelers and first article inspection reports to ensure documentation compliance and traceability throughout the manufacturing process.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required, along with a 5+ years of relevant machining experience (including mill, lathe, 3-axis, 5-axis, and live-tooling)
- Experience in rigging, material movement and setup of large machined parts and supporting lift plans for movement of large material and parts.
- Experience in reading and interpreting engineering and assembly drawings.
- Experience with Okuma Multus, DMG Mori NTX or Mazak Integrex
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of CAM-CAD software and G-Code.
- Ability to adapt machining processes and operation between different jobs and complexities of parts, including ability to switch from small scale to large scale machinery.
- Knowledge and understanding of CNC cutting tool selections cutting tool surface footage, and chip load feed rates.
- Ability to work with shop mathematical concepts to practical situations.
- Ability to work with highly collaborative team.
- High school diploma or GED required, along with a 5+ years of relevant machining experience (including mill, lathe, 3-axis, 5-axis, and live-tooling); or an equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience.
Nice to have
- Experience with mill-turn environment in MasterCam a plus.
- Experience with live centers or steady rests on long parts a plus.
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar CAD platforms to assist with understanding part geometry and communicating with engineering teams is a plus.
- Proficient programming with CAM software (Mastercam preferred).
- Willingness to provide mentorship and technical guidance to machinists, fostering skill development, continuous improvement, and adherence to best practices in machining operations preferred, but not required.
Compensation
- Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, the market data for your work location, and a comparison to other employees already in the role.
Benefits
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment to keep associated paperwork organized and prevent loss of stock or tooling.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Note: You are applying for a position that is located in a facility that handles information that is subject to export control restrictions by the Department of Energy under 10 CFR Part 810
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