Machinist

OverviewElement has an opportunity for a Machinist to join our rapidly expanding team. As a member of the operations team the Machining position performs a variety of routine and non-routine machining assignments within the department assigned and insures timely and accurate test results under direct supervision. The technician positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules code of conduct and company policies and procedures.This position will be based in Dubai United Arab Emirates.ResponsibilitiesUses cutting equipment to prepare specimens for testing as dictated in customer specificationsDesigns sets-up and performs a variety of machining tasks according to customer specifications and requirementsRequires little supervision and technical input of a Supervisor Senior Machinist or EngineerPossesses the ability to effectively communicate and record data in the sample receipt processAbility to transfer technical knowledge of machining procedures/requirements and successfully satisfy and meet customer expectationsMaintains equipment and schedules preventative maintenanceGathers and records dimensions in accordance with quality assurance requirementsMay need to work in varied shifts if required and also at other locations including customer sites as deemed necessary by CompanySkills / QualificationsWorking knowledge of laboratory safetyITI certification (Turner preferred). Any additional qualification/education/certification is an advantagePossess 3-6 years of experience in a machining shop environmentIn-depth understanding and hands-on experience in specimen cutting and preparation including flame cutting cutting milling turning grinding polishingExperience in operating a CNC mill/lathe would be an advantage but work profile currently requires working on manual machinesDepth of understanding related to machining concepts measuring instruments and dimensional conceptsWorking knowledge of machine shop safety protocolStrong computer skills especially MS Word and ExcelAbility to use forklift is an advantageAbility to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plusPhysical Demands:Frequency of required physical force: ModerateLifting requirements: lifting 22 kgs. on occasion with assistanceAbility to stand on feet for long periods of timeAbility to lift 22kgs periodically#LI-AN1Diversity StatementAt Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.#J-18808-Ljbffr