EDM Machine Operator
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*Pay:* $20–$25 per hour, based on experience
*Schedule:* 1st Shift | 4:00 AM–12:00 PM
*Employment Type:* Contract
About the Role:
Step into a high-precision manufacturing environment where your EDM expertise directly supports the production of complex, engineered components. As an *EDM Machine Operator*, you will be responsible for setting up, programming, operating, and monitoring Electrical Discharge Machining equipment to produce precision parts that meet strict engineering and quality requirements.
This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced machinist who is comfortable working with *RAM EDM, Wire EDM, and EDM Drilling operations*, reading blueprints, maintaining tight tolerances, and performing quality inspections.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up, program, operate, and monitor *RAM EDM, Wire EDM, and EDM Drilling equipment*.
- Manufacture precision components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Adjust machine settings, tooling, fixtures, and machining parameters to optimize accuracy and productivity.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and technical specifications.
- Perform in-process and final inspections using appropriate measuring tools.
- Ensure parts meet required dimensional and quality specifications.
- Safely operate *overhead cranes* to move raw materials, workpieces, tooling, and finished components.
- Perform routine equipment checks, basic preventive maintenance, and minor troubleshooting.
- Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
- Record production data and maintain accurate job and quality documentation.
- Communicate production issues, dimensional deviations, or equipment concerns to supervisors and engineering teams.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and production efficiency.
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to cross-train on similar manufacturing equipment and processes.
Required Qualifications:
- *5+ years of EDM machining experience preferred.*
- Hands-on experience operating *RAM EDM and Wire EDM machines*.
- Experience with *EDM Drilling* preferred.
- Ability to set up and operate EDM equipment independently.
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of machining tolerances, surface finishes, and shop math.
- Experience performing dimensional inspections and quality control checks.
- Ability to work accurately with tight tolerances in a production or job-shop environment.
- Experience operating overhead cranes in a manufacturing environment.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with EDM equipment such as *Charmilles, Mitsubishi, or similar brands*.
- Experience programming or editing EDM machine parameters.
- Technical certificate or vocational training in machining, EDM, CNC, or a related field.
- Familiarity with ISO or similar quality standards.
- Experience in high-precision manufacturing supporting industries such as energy, aerospace, or industrial manufacturing.
- Overhead crane certification preferred.
Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo
Sueldo: $20.00 - $25.00 la hora
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Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial