At Daniel Defense Only the Best Build the Best…

Daniel Defense engineers and manufactures the world’s finest weapon systems and accessories. Our mission to “Honor God and Defend Freedom” is accomplished by serving customers and providing top quality solutions to our military, law enforcement and civilians that are seeking premium firearms for home defense, hunting, and sport shooting.

As a Machinist 1, you will be responsible for the functions outlined below:

Essential Functions:

• Conforms to and operates within the framework of all applicable operator work instructions, SOPs, quality, and safety procedures.
• Maintain proper housekeeping of work area; Keep all machines, tools, and equipment and work surfaces free of oil, grease, etc.
• This job is mainly one of maintaining cell productivity by troubleshooting production problems and performing proven setups under the guidance of Manufacturing Engineer and/or Supervisor as well as a willingness to operate machinery as necessary.
• Proficient at the operation of all machines and processes in Cell.
• Make offsets to tools to produce good parts.
• Preset tools as needed; calibrate probes and tool setter.
• Actively contribute to process improvement in assigned areas
• Inspect parts fully after a tool or program change.
• Clear and correct common machine alarms including Automatic Tool Changer alarms.
• Troubleshoot machine issues affecting part production or quality.
• Assist and monitor process flow to meet production requirements set by Cell Supervisor.
• Perform repetitive inspection of parts using precision instruments such as micrometers, height gages, calipers and indicators.
• Assist with training machine operators in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Reports to a Cell Supervisor or other production manager.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management.
• Responsible for demonstrating commitment to and leadership of environmental health and safety principles, policies and procedures.
• Participates in the company’s efforts to continuously improve Safety, 6S, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Expected to be a contributor to the company standards on high integrity, safety, fair and equitable treatment and a positive work environment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with typically 2-4 years of prior manufacturing experience or a combination of related experience, education and/or training to sufficiently and successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Two-year technical degree or approved apprenticeship in related coursework (i.e. computer numeric control mill or lathe) is a plus.
• Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job.
• Works within established procedures associated with the specific job function under immediate supervision.
• Has knowledge of metalworking tools, work holding and other common concepts, practices and procedures within the field.
• Teamwork and the ability to cooperate and work proactively with others is a must.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, machine tool programming languages (G & M codes) and blueprint reading.
• Must be able to interpret machine tool programming languages (such as G & M codes) to anticipate machine action, to use “Distance to Go”, and to use feed rate and spindle speed overrides to perform troubleshooting and changeovers.
• Know how to identify which tools create which features in a given process.
• Ability to identify source of visual or dimensional defects and correct them.
• Know how to properly assemble tooling for a specific purpose.
• How to align center-cutting tools to a part feature.
• Understand the basics of work holding and tool clamping.
• Align work holding or adjust work coordinates for proper machine function.
• How to use a test indicator to align work machine axes within acceptable limits.
• Understanding of basic programming strategies.
• Be able to recognize when something is wrong with a process or product and troubleshoot.
• Must be able to manage time efficiently.
• Great attention to detail and excellent record keeping skills.
• Self-motivated; willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work under deadlines and pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and work with our Company Values.
• It is understood employees may be assigned to other departments, functional groups, and/or shifts as deemed necessary by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting and bending throughout the work day.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, to include working in and around machinery, exposure to noise and chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment as required by your position and/or Company policy.

Daniel Defense is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability employer and promotes a "Drug-Free Workplace."

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to the job. This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this job. Responsibilities are subject to change at the discretion of the employer and do not establish a contract of employment – Daniel Defense is an at-will employer.