Computer Numerical Control Machinist Senior

Job Profile
Title : Skilled Crafts and Trade Specialist 2 Non Exempt

Job Family : Skilled Crafts and Trade

Time Type : Full Time

Pay : $31.60 USD Hourly (Compensation Range: $22.26 – $31.20 per hour DOE)

Job Description
The Instrument Design and Fabrication Core Facility is an ASU Knowledge Enterprise Core facility. The Instrument shop is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified and seeks a senior computer numerical control (CNC) machinist.

In this role, you will collaborate directly with researchers to transform complex research concepts into high-precision prototypes, ensuring the optimal and safe operation of our manufacturing equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Essential Duties

Fabricate high-precision mechanical components, assemblies, and prototype parts from metals, alloys, plastics, and machinable ceramics.

Perform detailed quality assurance (QA/QC) using precision instruments to verify all work meets exact tolerances and research specifications.

Set up, program, and operate 2-axis to 3-axis CNC mills and lathes, along with standard manual toolroom machinery.

Read and interpret rough hand-drawn sketches, complex CAD-generated blueprints, and engineering prints.

Conduct routine maintenance and in-house repairs on all toolroom machinery and supporting shop equipment.

Maintain all required laboratory safety certifications and strictly follow safety protocols during daily shop operations.

Desired Qualifications

Six years of recent machinist experience in a toolroom environment, or a two-year machine tool technology program and four years of machinist experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Experience in development and design process consulting of 3-D CAD model parts, drawings, and assemblies.

Knowledge of properties of materials generally used in a prototype environment.

Working Environment

Primary Environment: An environmentally controlled machine shop that requires use of desktop computers and clear communication.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting of heavy materials.

Technical Tasks: Regular operation of CNC/manual mills and lathes, grinders, and high-powered hand tools.

Field Work: Occasional campus-wide assignments involving varying weather, traffic, and research lab environments.

Hazardous Conditions: Confined, oily, or poorly lit areas with potential exposure to chemicals and metal debris.

Safety Requirements: Strict adherence to safety protocols and consistent use of PPE (gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses).

Location
Campus: Tempe

Driving Requirement
Driving is not required for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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