Manual Machinist

To perform setups and machine a variety of components on a variety of machine tools. Able to perform work in a safe and timely manner to meet customer needs. Ability to work extremely close tolerances. Ability to layout and plan machining operations from prints, sketches or verbal instructions with limited supervision.

The below reflects general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

**Responsibilities:

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• Promotes safety and quality at all times.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Conducts him or herself in a professional manner at all times when working with internal and external customers.

• Advanced knowledge of machine equipment and machining operations of various machines: horizontal and vertical lathes, layout machines, vertical boring mills, horizontal mills, grinders, deburring tools, fixtures, radial and angular drill press, forklifts, cranes and various forms of rigging, jib hoists, personal computers, and other required tools necessary to perform the job.

• Advanced knowledge and accuracy in using various measuring devices: micrometers, indicators, calipers, gauges, and other required tools necessary to perform the job.

• Full understanding of use for tooling, drawings, work scopes, procedures, specifications and documentation to perform the primary function of the job.

• Performs most complex setups and machine tool operations. This includes turning, boring, facing, milling, drilling, reaming, tapping, sawing, slotting, grooving, grinding, and other required actions to complete the job.

• Ability to work to extremely close tolerances.

• Ability to read and comprehend drawings, sketches, job scopes, and verbal instructions.

• Maintains equipment by completing basic preventive maintenance requirements and notifying the appropriate representative for troubleshooting and repairs.

• Able to accurately measure and record all dimensional inspections as needed and pass annual dimensional inspection tests.

• Ability to complete layouts of most parts.

• Ability to train other employees in operation of equipment, reading prints, selection of tooling and machining equipment, along with repair processes.

• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

• Accepts ownership over work performance and stays abreast of job knowledge and new skill development.

**Qualifications:

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• High School Diploma or Equivalency

• Machining capabilities on manual lathes and mills

• Experiences with turbines, compressors and other rotating equipment is a plus

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Manual Machining Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Manual Grinder
• Manual Lathe
• Manual Vertical Mill