Conventional (Sinker) EDM Operator

We are seeking an experienced Conventional (Sinker) EDM Operator with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, programming, operating, and maintaining RAM/Sinker EDM machinery to produce complex, high-precision components and tooling for demanding applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation & Setup: Perform complex setups, select tooling, align workpieces, and set up electrode systems on Conventional/Sinker EDM equipment.
• Blueprints & Specs: Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, 3D models, prints, and GD&T specifications to maintain tight tolerances (often down to .0002").
• Electrode Prep & Inspection: Fabricate, dress, inspect, and qualify graphite and copper tungsten electrodes.
• Process Optimization: Determine optimal burn parameters, spark gaps, machine speeds, dielectric flushing, and duty cycles for alloys and tool steels.
• Quality Control: Conduct in-process visual and dimensional inspections using optical comparators, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM equipment to ensure zero-defect output.
• Maintenance & Safety: Perform routine preventative maintenance on EDM machines and dielectric filtration systems while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven experience operating Conventional / Sinker EDM machines in a precision job shop, aerospace, or mold/die environment.
• Technical Skills: Strong background in blueprint reading, GD&T, bench inspection, and electrode preparation.
• Machining Math: Sound understanding of shop math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Precision Focus: Proven ability to work comfortably with tight-tolerance prototype and production components.
• Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose cut issues, improper flushing, or surface finish problems and adjust parameters independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Mitsubishi & Sodick or similar CNC Sinker EDM controls.
• Dual experience with Wire EDM or CNC Milling/Jig Grinding would be a plus.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wages (commensurate with experience)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Clean, climate-controlled work environment
• Opportunities for growth and training on state-of-the-art machinery

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Conventional EDM experience do you have?

Work Location: In person