Job Description:
*This role is at the TapeMaster facility in Troy, MI*Title: Mill Operator/Machinist
Reports to: Mill Supervisor
Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Troy, MI
Summary of Position:
This role involves CNC 3 axis, rotary, and trunnion setups, precision machining, troubleshooting, and quality verification for advanced manufacturing projects. As a Mill setup/operator you will independently execute work across multiple machine types (Haas and Okuma) and operations, blending the responsibilities of Setup Technician and Operator. This position also contributes to continuous improvement, tool selection, and process optimization for existing projects.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Setup and Responsibilities:
- Perform complete, independent machine setups including fixtures, tooling, offsets, probing, and validation on 3 axis vertical Haas, rotary and trunnion and Okuma mills per established set up sheets
- Troubleshoot mechanical, control, and process problems to maintain optimal performance
- Trunnion and rotary setup
- Machining Production & Executions:
- Operate CNC mills to produce precision components
- Adjust machine controls, correct errors or out-of-tolerance condition
- Identify, diagnose, and correct machining problems in real-time
- Inspection & Quality Control:
- Inspect parts using inspection guaging (calipers, micrometer, height gauges, pins, bore gauges, profilometer, and comparator)
- Verify tolerance requirements using GD&T standards and AS9100 driven instructions
- Document results and support NCR investigations
- Continuous Improvement:
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to cycle time, scrap reductions, tooling improvements, and machine utilization
- Safety & Compliance
- Maintain strict adherence to TapeMaster LLC's safety standards, ISO 9001:2015, AS9100 procedures and ITAR regulations
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Update weekly machine maintenance log
- Perform ad hoc duties as assigned to support high-mix, precision manufacturing workloads
Skills/Competencies:- Ability to read and interpret advanced engineering process drawings or customer prints
- Demonstrated success operating and setting up multiple machine types (Haas and Okuma)
- Analytical and troubleshooting abilities
- Strong communication skills - both written & oral
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Team player who measures success by total output, not just individual performance
- Ability to work independently, prioritize workloads, and meet tight deadlines
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent Secondary degree in machining or equivalent experience & training preferred
Experience Requirements:- Five (5) years or more of experience in mill setup/operating
- Trunnion and rotary setup experience preferred but not required
- Own measuring and hand tools preferred but not required
- Experience running aerospace and automotive parts (tight tolerances) preferred
- Mastercam programming experience preferred but not requiredOSHA-10 or -30 preferred but not required
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:- The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Regular exposure to machining noise, coolant, water, metals, adhesives, and industrial equipment in a warehouse environment
- Standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Use of PPE for frequent handling of parts, materials with sharp edges, or heavy components
- Comply with all facility safety protocols and ITAR-access restrictions
- The above is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement for all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.
