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SUMMARY OF JOB

This position requires a high level of understanding of all machine setup and operation, finish machining operations. Create, repair & maintain tooling and fixtures for production & product development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manufacture prototypes, tooling & fixtures for product development.
• Manufacture new tooling & fixtures for production.
• Maintain & repair current production tooling & fixtures.
• Update current production tooling & fixtures.
• Programming, setup and operation of CNC vertical milling machines.
• Operation of manual vertical mills, lathes and other hand tools as needed.
• Track programming & machine run time needed to complete assigned tooling projects.
• Obtain quotes & write requisitions for materials and supplies that are required for individual tooling projects.
• Communicates with engineering to ensure tooling requirements, dimensions, and accuracy is achieved for each project.
• Performs routine daily, weekly & monthly maintenance tasks on the CNC equipment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years machine operating and programming experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Create numerical control programs for machining tooling & parts using specialized software (CAMWorks), from Parasolid, STEP, IGES, Solidworks, and similar file types.
• Possess the ability to program & run multiple pieces of equipment at the same time.
• Can program & set-up in the CNC multiple tools or parts to be machined concurrently.
• Possess a strong knowledge of various machine programs & diagnostic codes.
• Can quickly and proficiently interpret and use complicated prints (including multiple views and 3 dimensional details), specifications, sketches, charts, and tables.
• Selects proper cutting tools, attachments, fixtures, feeds, speeds, coolant, lubricant, as appropriate based on material and part configuration.
• Has advanced knowledge in the use of tooling components, tool setter, gage blocks, micrometers, indicators, and other measuring tools.
• Must be proficient in shop mathematics in order to; calculate tool offsets, home positions, and verify print dimensions. Understands geometry and trigonometry.
• Can work independently as well as in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision.
• Uses judgment based on practice and precedence.
• Proficient in most basic computer file \ folder operations, email, Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access)
• Proficiency in CAMWorks and Solidworks highly desired.
• Familiarity with Haas VF-2 CNC's a plus.

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

• 3041 Faye Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA
• Jacksonville, FL - Faye Rd., 3041 Faye Road, Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America