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Location: High Bridge, NJSummaryA Machinist is a skilled professional responsible for crafting precision metal parts with meticulous accuracy. They operate and maintain lathes and milling machines, ensuring the production of components that meet strict quality standards.Responsibilities•Review shop router to align with machining requirements.•Measure materials to confirm compatibility with available stock pieces for machining.•Verify machine settings by measuring the first part and upholding quality standards.•Configure tooling and offsets accurately.•Proficiency in uploading programs to the control panel.•Perform minor program adjustments for speed, feed, and cutting depth.•Ensure parts adhere to Engineering Specifications outlined in blueprints and document all dimensions.•Competence in using a fork truck for material handling within the shop.•Adhere to all safety regulations in accordance with company policies.•Capability to comprehend and follow verbal instructions.Qualifications•Strong verbal and written communication skills.•Proficiency in mathematics and analytical thinking.•Exceptional manual dexterity, precision, and attention to detail.•Ability to utilize precision tools like calipers for precise measurements.•Experience in machine tools or mechanical assembly is advantageous.•Knowledge of metal properties and other materials.•Familiarity with safety protocols and practices.Education and/or Experience•High school diploma or equivalent.•Preferred apprenticeship or vocational training.•Experience in operating and programming manual, semi-automated, or automated tools and machinery (e.g., lathes, grinders).Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics 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. The noise level in the work environment can vary.Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.