R&D Machinist

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: 

Research and Development (R&D) Machinist will assist in the development of innovative products for patients with End Stage Renal Disease (SRD). Must be a skilled Machinist able to operate a variety of machines to perform assigned tasks. You will produce or repair precision parts using both manual and automated equipment. Responsibilities will include machining, creating test fixtures and manufacturing aids, troubleshooting, inspecting components, subsystems, and executing test procedures to demonstrate product conformance to requirements. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Machine Prototype parts using various Machine Shop equipment. 

• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job 

• Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature, and identify issues 

• Provide Machine Shop training for new employees and Co-op students. 

• Set-up, adjust, and operate various types of equipment and instruments. 

• Maintain order and cleanliness of the Model Shop, including inventories of developmental materials. 

• Collaborate in the fabrication / assembly of NxStage prototypes and/or test fixtures. 

• Inspect and test product components to ensure compliance with specifications and applicable standards. 

• Review samples, drawings, or instructions to understand the specifications requirements.  

• May write simple reports discussing results, which can include graphs and charts. 

• Perform experiments for development research projects under limited guidance and supervision of the immediate supervisor/lead technician. 

• Record test results on standardized forms and maintain good documentation practices. 

• Maintain laboratory notebook in accordance with standard procedures and GMP. 

• Work collaboratively to support Product Development and Quality Engineers. 

• Work productively and effectively with limited supervision. 

• Exercise professional capability to properly apply company policies and procedures. 

• Build productive working relationships. 

• Refer to senior level staff for assistance with complex problems that may arise. 

• Escalate issues to supervisor/manager as necessary. 

• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. 

• Regular attendance and maintaining a good attendance record is an essential function of the job. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations.  See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, stand, walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms. The noise level is usually moderate. 

• Required to wear personal protective equipment that may include safety glasses, smock, steel-toed shoes, etc. 

• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. 

• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. 

• The employee may be required to work with potentially hazardous materials and solutions. 

EDUCATION: 

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred. 

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:      

• 2 - 4 years related experience; or equivalent directly related work experience. 

• 3 axis CNC PROGRAMMING experience REQUIRED; CAM experience preferred 

• 3D modeling Experience with SolidWorks and CAMWorks preferred 

• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and part tolerances. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering processes and controls 

• Demonstrated ability to work on projects and meet required timelines 

• Exceptional troubleshooting ability 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. 

• Strong PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 

• Strong oral and written communication skills.