Machinist 3- Weekend Shift

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Sanmina facility in Austin, Texas provides precision machining and mechanical assembly services to customers. Precision machining capabilities include vertical milling, horizontal milling, and turning on a wide range of materials including aluminum, copper, composites, stainless titanium, and high alloy steel with a milling envelope of up to 60" x 50" x 40". The facility specializes in high-mix, low volume production and also offers sub-assembly, integration, New Product Introduction services, and clean roomassembly

Summary of position:

Work includes assignment planning, layout, set up, operating and making tool adjustments for various tools of manual and CNC machine shop equipment. Works from blueprints, process sheets, and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions.

Essential functions and duties:

• Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
• Set up and operate CNC machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plasticwork pieces
• Mount, install, align and secure tools, attachments, fixtures,andwork pieceson machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Check to ensure thatwork piecesare properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
• Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set up machine operations and sequencing, and finishedwork piecesdimension.
• Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust the machine to compensate.
• Remove and replace dull cutting tools
• Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation and modified programs.
• Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and size of position cuts.
• Liftwork piecesto the machine with manually or with hoists or cranes.
• Control coolant systems
• Cooperate with the coordination and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure safety and healthy working environment in the manufacturing area in support of departmental and institutional safety programs.
• Apply daily and weekly preventive maintenance program in accordance with TPM practices and principles

Non-essential functions and duties:

• Perform preventative maintenance or minor repairs on machines.
• Set up future jobs while machines are running
• Write simple programs for CNC control panels
• Confer with supervisors or managers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors
• Sort shop orders into groups to maximize materials utilization and minimize machine setup time.

• Follows all safety and health guidelines/rules for the machine shop
• Keeps work area clean by sweeping, wiping down machines, etc.
• Follows the 5s procedures for the department
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a CNC machinist on 5 axis machines mills or lathes
• Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Suite and know how to use a computer)
• Must have a good understanding of metals, and plastics
• Must have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Will type on a computerkeyboard, use a computer mouse, and a computer monitor for 8 hours a day
• Must be able to verbally communicate
• Must be able to observe and hear warning signs and signals within all areas of the company.
• Ability to read and interpret training documents, safety rules, and procedural documents

Mathematical skills:

• The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem

Reasoning ability:

• The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity