Located in Lancaster, PA
Pay: $28 - $29
Job Full Description
Wire EDM Machinist
Pay: $28.00 - $29.00 per hour
Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Wire EDM Machinist to join our precision manufacturing team. This position is responsible for setting up, programming, and operating Wire EDM equipment to produce complex, high-precision components while maintaining extremely tight tolerances. The ideal candidate will have strong CNC machining experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to lead and support other machinists on shift.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Setup & Operation
- Set up, program, and operate Wire EDM machines to manufacture precision components.
- Produce parts to exact specifications while maintaining tolerances below 0.0005".
- Select appropriate tooling, electrodes, and wire based on part requirements.
- Perform in-process inspections and make real-time adjustments to ensure quality standards are met.
- Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and scrap.
Leadership
- Lead assigned shift operations and provide direction to other machinists.
- Support training and development of team members.
- Promote a safe, productive, and quality-focused work environment.
Quality & Inspection
- Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
- Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment, including:
- Micrometers
- Calipers
- Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
- Maintain accurate quality documentation and production records.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to improve manufacturing processes.
Equipment Maintenance & Safety
- Monitor machine performance and identify maintenance needs.
- Perform basic machine upkeep and report repair requirements promptly.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Follow all company safety policies and quality standards.
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum 2 years of CNC machining experience, including Wire EDM.
- Proven experience producing precision components with tolerances below 0.0005".
- Strong proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
- Experience working with:
- Tool Steel
- Titanium
- Inconel
- Other high-performance alloys
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Preferred
- Previous experience leading or mentoring machinists.
- Advanced troubleshooting experience in precision machining environments.
- Experience in ultra-precision or high-volume manufacturing operations.
Lancaster, PA
1706
1380 Harrisburg Pike
Suite A
Lancaster, PA 17601
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