Talascend is currently seeking a Machinist for a contract opportunity located in Stratford, CT.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans the layout, fabrication, and testing of mechanical devices; sets up and operates any type of precision machine tool to make original parts, tools, mechanisms, and devices for experimental purposes.
• May be required to solve problems relative to work-holding arrangement, unusual materials, machine settings, tools, product specifications, and fabrication methods for production process.
• Normally performs precision work to exacting tolerances and dimensions for research engineers in a developmental laboratory condition. Some machines may be numerically controlled.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Performs a variety of activities which involve standard procedures.
• Gathers and manipulates common data, verifies adequacy and appropriateness; develops charts, diagrams, and standard reports.
• In technical or production positions, may also set up and operate standard electronic or mechanical equipment used to develop, produce and/or test products or process data.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.