Machinist-Union

The Machinist/CNC Operator, is a staff member of the Physical Plant, is responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the NYSCC machine shop. This includes accommodating the needs of NYSCC faculty, staff, and student body in terms of safety, fabrication, designing, and facilitating proper usage of the facility for curricular and research purposes. This includes the maintenance, repair, and safety of all machines and equipment housed in the machine shop division of the Physical Plant. 

This position has been evaluated for compliance with the Fair Labor Stands Act and is subject to premium pay for all hours approved by supervisor and worked in excess of 40 in a payroll week. 

This position/title is covered by the CSEA, Local 749 union contract. The successful candidate will be a member of the CSEA, Local 749 bargaining unit.

Salary/Rate:$21.00-$24.00, 40-hours per week, Union Grade: U9

Requirements:

• Formal Education: 
  • High School Graduate
• Experience: 
  • Five years experience as a Journeyman Machinist with experience in CNC programming, setup, and operation, and such training and certifications as the supervisor deems necessary to perform the position as described in Position Summary
• Preferred Experience:
  • Experience working in an academic environment
  • Skilled in all processes of welding, including but not limited to: mig, tig, stick arc, and oxy acetylene
  • Experience programming, operating, and maintaining an abrasive waterjet
  • Experience CNC milling a variety of materials including but not limited to graphite, ceramics, plaster, and glass
  • Ability to lift heavy objects
  • Experience in problem-solving
  • Experience programming, operating, and maintaining 5-axis CNC milling machines
  • Experience with SolidWorks and Rhino CAD
• Additional Knowledge: 
  • ​​​​​​​Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to communicate with faculty, staff, and students in written and spoken form
  • Ability to interpret and work from sketches, verbal descriptions, plans, and blueprints
  • Provide guidance to customers who request support for design and materials selection
  • Be capable of performing complex mathematical calculations, statistical calculations, and other higher mathematical operations
  • Possess the ability to follow all lock-out-tag processes
  • Ability to think and act quickly in emergencies. Ability to follow safety rules and regulations
  • Experience with CAD programs
  • Experience with Microsoft software programs
  • Accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership in all you do
  • Explore opportunities to add new and upcoming technologies to better serve our customers

Essential Functions:

• With or without reasonable accommodations the incumbent must be able to read and write and speak the English language at a college level
• Be capable of performing sometimes complex mathematical calculations, trigonometric calculations and other higher mathematical operations
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of the institution in written and spoken form
• The individual must be able to work independently
• The ability to maintain regular and prompt attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position

Job Responsibilities:

• Machinist skilled in the operation and set up of all machining tools including but not limited to: CNC 3-axis milling machines, CNC lathes, milling machines, lathes, drill presses, surface grinders, cut off saws, sheet metal tools, and hydraulic presses
• The Machinist, a staff member of the Physical Plant, is responsible for the proper use and safe operation and maintenance of the equipment and tooling in the NYSCC machine shop
• Machinist must demonstrate a detailed oriented approach to work with an ability to multitask in a deadline-oriented environment
  • Consult, and provide assistance where required, with faculty, students, and staff on curricular projects and research contracts
  • Fabrication of projects and managing workflow
  • Oversee and facilitate access for users of the machine shop for NYSCC faculty, students, and staff use
  • Maintaining all the CNC equipment, manual machining equipment, sheet metal equipment, hand tools, inspection equipment, material and supplies for the job; this will entail proper service, cleaning, and necessary repairs that are within the capabilities of the Machinist
  • Contacting outside contractors to schedule mandatory maintenance/warranty work. Reporting all concerns and problems with the machines immediately to the DFC Director
  • Scheduling repairs of all machines and equipment and helping the Director o determine the condition and proper location/set-up of machines and equipment. Maintaining the Center daily to ensure the space is clean and orderly
  • Maintain and update machine documentation, including maintenance logs, repair records, and equipment manuals
  • Perform preventative maintenance on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) mills, lathes, and other shop equipment
  • Performing additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned. The Machinist in the Physical Plant is required to be skilled in computer programming, operation, set up, and maintenance of all machining tools including but not limited to: CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, CAD/CAM, milling machines, lathes, drill presses, surface grinders, cut off saws, sheet metal tools, and hydraulic presses. The Machinist is also required to be able to recommend further development of the facility based on innovations in the field, along with the ability to remain current with advancing technologies as they apply to Digital Fabrication
  • Work with Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the machine shop. Follow all Alfred University and OSHA policies and procedures. Coordinate hazardous waste disposal with EH&S

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; artificial lifts, etc. may or may not be available. The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or offices located on the campus. The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals. 

About Alfred University:
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Alfred University (AU) was founded on principles of social justice in 1836 by liberal, independent thinkers who placed high value on education for all citizens. The University has retained and built upon the strong values of its founders, developing as an institution of national and international renown that is responsive to the needs of contemporary society while remaining consistent with the spirit of its origins. Alfred University is the second oldest coeducational college in the United States as well as one of the earliest nineteenth century colleges to have enrolled African American and Native American students. It has a long-standing history of educating socially conscious students who make a difference in their professions and their communities. 

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