EDM Operator

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Located in Mason, OH

Salary: $22/hr +

EDM Operator 

Location: Mason, OH 

Shift: 1st & 2nd

The EDM Operator is responsible for the setup, possible programming, and operation of Electrical Discharge Machining equipment including Plunge, Deep Tank, and Fast Hole machines. This role focuses on producing high-precision components, primarily for the aerospace industry, while ensuring all parts meet strict customer specifications and ITAR regulations

Key Responsibilities

  • Setup & Operation: Select, align, and secure fixtures, wires, and workpieces; maintain the wire path and clean tanks daily.

  • Programming: Load and edit CNC programs using G and M codes; utilize Esprit CAM or Siemens NX to optimize machine parameters.

  • Quality Control: Analyze blueprints and Op sheets to verify part conformance using precision measuring tools and ERP labor reporting.

  • Process Improvement: Develop recommendations to improve efficiency and maintain defect-free production across rotary and linear axes.

  • Safety & Maintenance: Adhere to all PPE policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace to ensure shift continuity.


Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of Wire EDM experience (Mitsubishi controls and aerospace industry experience preferred).

  • Proficiency in manual G-code programming and editing to optimize machine performance.

  • Expertise in reading Blueprints, Tool & Die drawings, and interpreting complex mechanical "Op sheets."

  • Strong competency in high school-level mathematics and understanding of machine operating parameters.

  • Must be a "U.S. Person" and possess a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience with Esprit CAM and/or Siemens NX software.

  • Ability to follow and communicate complex instructions in English (verbal and written).

  • Demonstrated integrity and conscientiousness with a "Safety-Conscious Always" mindset.

  • Proven ability to work independently or collaboratively within a manufacturing team.

  • Reliable attendance and a commitment to achieving organizational production goals.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for at least 95% of a scheduled shift and walk/climb stairs as needed.

  • Capability to lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds regularly and operate overhead cranes.

  • Manual dexterity for gross and fine motor skills used in reaching, twisting, and grasping tools.

  • 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) with strong depth perception and color focus; must pass annual vision tests.

  • Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks including bending and lifting throughout the workday.

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