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Thompson Precision, Inc. Senior Machinist in Kalispell, Montana
Position Description: Senior MachinistThompson Precision, Inc (TPI) is a world class manufacturer of leading-edge rocket engine and satellite components. We are located at the gateway to Glacier National Park in Kalispell, MT. Our incredible customers include the most well know Rocket and Satellite companies in the world. Our capability in additive manufacturing machining sets us apart.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Senior Machinist to start immediately. The successful candidate will have an exceptional knowledge of high precision CNC machines and their capabilities.Work Schedule:• Day Shift 4 days Monday-Thursday 10 hours• Night Shift 4 nights Monday-Thursday 10 hours with a 5% premium• Weekend Shift 3 days Friday-Sunday 12 hours with a 11% premiumCompensation and Benefits:• Competitive Wages• Bi-annual Profit Sharing Program• Simple IRA Plan with up to 3% immediately vested match• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance• 3 Weeks annual PTO with an accrual beginning immediately and usable• 8 paid Holidays• Pretax HSATPI was established in 2011 and is an AS9100 certified machine shop located in Kalispell, Montana. We are known within our industry for providing the highest quality products to our customers. We use the most technologically advanced CNC and inspection equipment available.The company is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Machinist to fabricate parts using CNC mills and lathes in adherence to customer requirements and specifications.The successful candidate will possess the following: excellent human relation skills, show evidence of good judgment, flexibility, innovativeness to respond to a wide variety of situations, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, work effectively individually and in a team environment.Please see the full position description for information and to apply.THOMPSON PRECISION - MACHINIST 08.01.2022 PAGE | 1Position Description: Senior Machinist1. Duties and Responsibilities▪ Machine Operator▪ Setup and operate manual and CNC mills and lathes to produce development and/or production parts.▪ Perform inspection of parts produced using calibrated inspection equipment.▪ Fixture design and manufacturing.▪ Complete set-up sheets and all shop related documentation.▪ Assist / train less experienced machinists.▪ Responsible for the safe operation of all equipment.▪ Deburr parts to defined quality specifications.▪ Performs cleaning operation of parts▪ Other duties as assigned.▪ General▪ It is the Machinist’s responsibility to keep the work area clean. This includes but is not limited to: putting tooling away, keeping the benches clean, emptying chip bins, wiping oil/grease off machines, putting away company inspection tools, and any other cleaning duties as required.▪ Adherence to health and safety regulations, including use of protective gear.▪ Identifies and executes cost reduction opportunities.2. Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills▪ High school diploma or equivalent.▪ High mechanical aptitude and machining background with a focus on precision and high quality.▪ Strong math skills.▪ Ability to perform edits of CNC machining programs.▪ Proven ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.▪ Proficient use of measuring and gaging instruments.▪ Ability to lead with experience, teaching and collaborating with other machinists.▪ Positive and open attitude▪ Possess good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize duties and perform them with minimal supervision.▪ Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple instructions.3. Preferred Qualifications:▪ Ability to write CNC programs in Gibbs Cam or Master Cam.▪ Familiar with working in an ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified Shop.▪ Experience using an ERP system such as ProShop, Job Shop, NetSuite.▪ Hands on knowledge of the concepts and principles of Lean Manufacturing.▪ Knowledge of small to medium scale manufacturing processes and problems.4. Required Abilities▪ Reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards.▪ Ability to work as a productive member of a team.▪ Good interpersonal skills: active listening, teamwork, communicate and relate to others on a personal or professional level, basic problem-solving abilities, responsible and accountable, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and a willingness to work together toward the common vision.▪ Be a self-starter who can work independently to identify, plan, organize, and execute projects.THOMPSON PRECISION - MACHINIST 08.01.2022 PAGE | 2Position Description: Senior Machinist5. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.6. Reporting LineThe Machinist reports directly to the Machine Shop Lead.This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Thompson Precision’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.To apply, submit the following:1. Current resume, and2. Three current references (Include name, address, telephone number and email address).Electronic submission in PDF format is preferred. For electronic submittals, please indicate "Thompson Precision Applicant - your name" in the subject line of the email.Submit application to:Jame S. Johnson Thompson Precision Inc PO Box 22941885 Whitefish Stage Road Kalispell MT 59903 jjohnson@thompsonprecision.comTHOMPSON PRECISION - MACHINIST 08.01.2022 PAGE | 3