Machinist II

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt-based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels.  Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets.  Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.  Our Tanner, AL location is an integrated mill manufacturing high-quality premium and ultra-premium forged bar and billet products from melt to ship.   

JOB TITLE: MACHINIST II  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE MACHINIST II

• Capable of learning and operating several work centers safely within the machinist area based on instructions from the leadership team with moderate supervision/guidance.  
• Perform the machining of test specimens and parts as instructed.   
• Operate manual and CNC equipment such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders.  
• Daily simple maintenance and cleaning of assigned equipment. 
• Inform supervision of all safety and quality concerns as needed.  
• Perform all other duties/projects assigned, including the possibility to move outside of the machinist area to support business needs. 

REQUIRED FOR THE MACHINIST II

• High school diploma or GED required.  Vocational school or Machinist Apprenticeship preferred. 
• Two or more years of experience. 
• Working knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures. 
• Working knowledge of shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and layout techniques.    
• Understand safe operation of all equipment needed to perform the job. 
• Experience with Okuma, Kellenberger, DCM, Toyoda, Hurco, Mitsubishi, Okamoto, Jones and Shipman preferred. 
• CNC programming preferred.
• Basic knowledge of continuous improvement concepts. 
• Responds to customer needs; seeks guidance on issues outside own area. 
• Prioritizes and organizes own work to meet agreed upon deadlines. 
• Works with others within own area or department to achieve team goals through expanded knowledge and skills.  
• Ability to operate a personal computer and the related hardware and software, to lift and move test coupons weighing up to 50 lbs, to be a team player and promote continuous improvement, to work in a production-oriented environment, and to work with direct supervision. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Mechanical skills. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.