Machinist

OverviewElement has an opportunity for a Machinist to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team, the Machining position performs a variety of routine and non-routine machining assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision. The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.Salary: $24- $30/hr DOEResponsibilitiesUses cutting equipment to prepare specimens for testing as dictated in customer specificationsDesigns, sets-up and performs a variety of machining tasks according to customer specifications and requirementsRequires little supervision and technical input of a Department Manager, Principal Machinist, Project Coordinator or EngineerPossesses the ability to mentor and train machinists who have less experience through effective communication of machining process and technical dataAbility to transfer technical knowledge of machining procedures/requirements and successfully satisfy and meet customer expectationsMaintains equipment and schedules preventative maintenanceGathers and records dimensions in accordance with quality assurance requirementsSkills / QualificationsWorking knowledge of laboratory safetyHS diploma or GED certificate preferred; College or vocational school coursework welcomedMust have earned Associate degree in related testing or science field and/or possess 3-6 years of experience in a machining shop environmentIn-depth understanding of specimen preparationMay have earned Associate degree mechanical related fieldDepth of understanding related to machining concepts, measuring instruments and dimensional conceptsWorking knowledge of machine shop safety protocolStrong computer skillsAbility to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plusPhysical Demands:Frequency of required physical force: ModerateLifting requirements: liftingAt Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".