In short
Atlas Copco is seeking a Machinist to produce high-precision parts for the turbo-machinery industry using mills and lathes in both CNC and manual modes. The role requires the ability to read blueprints, select tooling, plan machining steps, and ensure high-quality standards are met while maintaining productivity objectives. The position is based on-site in Santa Maria, CA.
Responsibilities
- Use mills and lathes in both CNC and manual modes, along with various other machines.
- Achieve high quality standards while meeting productivity objectives.
- Read blueprints to machine material to print.
- Review machining operation and select appropriate tooling.
- Plan sequence of machining steps.
- Review material alloy certifications and the size/condition of material that will be machined.
- Check and maintain the accuracy of measuring instruments before use.
- Fill out required paperwork supporting the machining operation.
- Deliver custom machined parts.
- Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work area.
- Ensure basic machine maintenance issues such as clean filters, appropriate oil and coolant.
Requirements
- Experience and/or college courses in the Machinist Field.
- Knowledgeable in the operation of at least one type of Manually Operated Mill or Lathe.
- Good understanding of how to read blueprints and can use measurement instruments.
- Must be able to communicate effectively (speak, write and read) in English.
- Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, a self-starter with a positive make-happen attitude.
- Must pass pre-employment background, drug, and alcohol screening, and participate in Company’s Random-Drug Screening program.
- Required to wear steel-toe type boots or shoes and safety glasses.
- Able to push, pull and lift up to 30lbs, unassisted.
- Able to walk & move about effectively in a Machine Shop Facility.
Desired Qualifications
- Learn how to read advanced blueprints.
- Machining high tolerance parts on a variety of machines.
- How to preserve basic maintenance levels and a safe work environment.
Benefits
- Industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave, tuition assistance, referral bonus and an employee assistance program.
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
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