Machinist

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.    As a Machinist you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and testing a variety of machining equipment. This role begins at Johnston Community College, Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Four Oaks, NC and is expected to move to Benson, NC upon completion of new facility. Responsibilities   Maintain and operate a variety of equipment including wire EDM, grinders, mills, lathes, wire saws, lasers  Process a variety of test samples and parts to internal and external specifications  Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment  Create, document, and refine processing parameters for a variety of materials  Perform first article and test inspections on processed parts  Design and implement custom Workholding solutions  Collaborate with engineers and technicians to establish scheduling and processing plans  Maintain a spare parts and consumables inventory  Establish SOPs for Workholding and equipment operation  Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business     Qualifications   Experience with CAD and CAM software's  Familiarity with G and M code  Familiarity with analog and digital inspection and measurement tools  Read and generate technical drawings  High School Diploma or equivalent   Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.     Preferred Qualifications   Experience creating custom gcode post processors  Experience with multiaxis grinding  Experience with laser cutters, waterjets, wire and sinker EDMs, and diamond wire saws  Experience with die and toolmaking  Experience with automated part loading    Physical and Environmental Requirements The position requires regular presence on the production floor and the ability to navigate all areas of the facility. Candidates must be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in environments that may be hot, humid, or noisy. The role involves exposure to cut hazards and other physical risks associated with equipment, tools, and production processes. Employees must be able to recognize and avoid sharp edges, moving parts, and other potential sources of injury. This position also requires the use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and adherence to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Employees must complete required fit testing, wear appropriate PPE for the duration of assigned tasks, and respond safely to changing conditions within the production environment.  

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