Machine Operator Technician

Calnetix is an engineering and manufacturing company located in Southern California, committed to making a positive contribution to society and the environment by changing the way the world harvests and utilizes energy. We are focused on developing, manufacturing, and delivering advanced energy solutions for commercial applications throughout the world and for mission-critical applications for the United States Government and its Prime Contractors. Calnetix thrives on innovation and meeting new challenges. In partnership with OEMs, we utilize innovative, proprietary high-speed electric motor-generator technologies to develop next-generation, power-dense and energy-efficient products that reduce energy consumption, harmful emissions and enhance energy security.

We are seeking a Machine Operator/Technician to join our manufacturing team. The role of the Machine Operator / Technician is to setup and operate manual and semi-automated equipment to support production and new product development activities.  The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-pace production environment requiring exceptional attention to detail. This role requires skilled level of work in fabrication, assembly, maintenance and repair of a variety of parts, tools, and equipment. Experience with process, cost, and quality improvement/optimization is highly desired.

To apply, email resume to hr@calnetix.com.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Setup and operate both standard industrial machine tools and custom fabricated equipment to support production and new product introduction requirements.
• Assemble, press, trim, cure, grind and otherwise process parts according to work instructions and specifications.
• Design fixtures and tools as needed to fabricate parts.
• Confer with supervisor to exchange technical information.
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, material properties, layout and standard manufacturing procedures.
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement activities in production methods, equipment performance and team effectiveness.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• 2 years of experience as a machine operator, technician or machinist and completion of a recognized certification or apprenticeship program or 5 years’ experience as a skilled machinist. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to use metrology and bench inspection equipment to measure parts.
• Self-directed with excellent organizational skills and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of composites manufacturing, filament winding operations a plus..

Intangibles Sought: 

• Integrity & honesty.
• Team player with an eagerness to learn and expand responsibility.
• Ownership, initiative and accountability.
• Self-awareness; not afraid to ask for help or admit error.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time.
• Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Lifting objects up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism (i.e., operating dials or pedals).
• Coordinate the movement of more than one limb simultaneously (i.e., operating a milling table vertically and horizontally).

Salary Range:

• $20.00 - $25.00/hour

Disclaimer: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned, by their supervisor.  Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Other: Calnetix is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or status as a protected veteran.