Machinist Technician I - Cutting & Grinding

Position Title:     Machinist Technician 1 Cutting/Grinding                       

Status:                Full Time                                                               

Applied Technical Services, LLC (“ATS” or the “Company”) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,050 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

Summary of the Job:  The Machinist Technician I is a key member of the production team responsible for creating precision samples for both internal testing laboratories and external clients.

Working under the supervision of an experienced lead machinist and supervisor, the Technician will be trained in the fundamentals of operating various saws, grinding tools, and waterjet. The Technician will also be expected to follow work orders, maintain quality control, and contribute to maintaining a safe and organized work environment. 

Duties and responsibilities

• Machine Setup and Operation including various saws, water jet and machining tools such as grinders and drills to generate samples and modify fixtures.
• Develop the ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, and work orders to understand specific tolerance.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on machine equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety with direction.
• Inspect samples and fixtures after machining to ensure they meet quality needs with the supervision of leadership.
• Report any issues to the supervisor for timely repairs.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and make necessary adjustments to machining processes.
• Participate in safety training programs and adhere to all safety protocols and procedures in the test lab.
• Seek guidance and actively participate in training opportunities to develop machining skills.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with laboratory safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience:

• High School Graduate
• 0-1 years’ experience in a machine shop environment

Necessary Skills:

• Problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills
• Working knowledge with hand tools
• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), maintain Lab ISO and process Safety procedures.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands 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 ensure individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed mostly in a lab setting. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift objects up to 55 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Benefits include competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, 401k with matching contribution, quarterly bonus opportunity, tuition reimbursement, paid training, paid holidays and a generous paid time off/vacation package. All required tooling and equipment provided by ATS.

ITAR

U.S. Persons” Only:  A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”). Accordingly, the company will consider only “U.S. Persons” for this position.  A “U.S. Person” includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., “green card” holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States.  This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Applied Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.