Machinist

• GEOKON is a manufacturer of sensors and instrumentation used in civil, mining and structural engineering projects throughout the world.

  We are currently seeking a Machinist to join our 100% employee-owned company!

  Reporting directly to the Machine Shop Supervisor, the Machinist is responsible for setting up and operating conventional, special purpose, numerical control (NC) and machining centers to fabricate metallic and non-metallic parts.

  Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Reads blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions of finish parts to determine sequence of operation and set up requirements
  • Measures, marks, and scribes’ dimensions and reference points on material as guides for subsequent machining
  • Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig bores, and grinders
  • Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speeds, feeds, coolant flows, and depth of cuts
  • Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine or controls as needed
  • Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
  • Sets up and operates machine on trial runs to verify accuracy of machine settings and/or programs
  • Fits and assembles parts into complete assemblies
  • Develops specifications from general descriptions and draws sketches of parts to be fabricated
  • Confers with Engineers, production personnel, draftsmen or others involved in resolving machining or assembly problems

  Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 3+ years of machine tool operating experience
  • Working knowledge and experience using metrology equipment
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with speeds and feeds, changing tools and work holdings, making offsets, reading blueprints, etc.

  Other Requirements:

  • Excellent verbal skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal personnel
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
  • Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
  • Perform other related duties as assigned
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

  This opportunity is located in Lebanon, NH, near Dartmouth College, and resides within the scenic Upper Valley region of New Hampshire, which offers a wide-range of year-round recreational and cultural opportunities.

  GEOKON is an outstanding company offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits including Stock Ownership in the company, Medical/Dental, Life/Disability Insurance and 401(k).

  To view open positions and apply online, please visit our Career Portal.

• GEOKON is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 603-448-1562 ext. 1013 for assistance. US citizen or authorization to work in the US is required.

  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• GEOKON is a recognized world leader in the manufacture of structural and geotechnical instrumentation. Founded in 1979, GEOKON has grown to more than 150 employees and offers a full complement of instrumentation for a wide range of industries including tunnels, dams, mines, piles, bridges, pipelines, landfills, embankments, transportation and wind turbines. Over 45 GEOKON agents distribute products globally to North and South America, Europe, Middle East, China, Asia Pacific, Australia and New Zealand.

  GEOKON values all of its employees and provides competitive pay, a great benefits package including an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), medical, dental, short and long term disability, long term care and life insurance as well as a health and wellness program, education reimbursement, flexible work schedules, generous earned time off, paid community service leave and a great 401k company match. GEOKON is proud of its reputation, our products and service, quality, the knowledge, experience and dedication of our employees and the great people and team environment.