Machinist, Expert

Job Description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

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• Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during night shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production

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• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first-article approval

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• Make in-process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control

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• Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans

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• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation

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• Work closely with day shift to ensure smooth handoff, including clear communication of machine status, job progress, open issues, and improvement opportunities

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• Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time

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• Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness

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• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements

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• Escalating quality, safety, or equipment concerns as needed to prevent defects from reaching the next operation

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• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area

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• Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification

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• Support continuous improvement by identifying process improvements, tooling enhancements, and setup efficiencies Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards throughout all night shift operations

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Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience with one or more of the following:

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• CNC Swiss/Lathe/Mill

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• Strong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls\n

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• Proven experience machining small, high-precision turned parts\n

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• Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues

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• Carbide Tool Grinding and/or Resharpening

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• Advanced Metrology

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• CNC Programming

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• Interpreting Specifications, Including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

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Education/Experience

• May require some specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Pay Range:

USD $67,030.00 - USD $111,720.00 Year

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