Manual Machinist

The Manual Machinist sets up and operates manually controlled machines in skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools and equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
• Use precision tools, machinery and equipment such as lathe, manual milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, band saw, and a variety of cutting tools and equipment
• Fabricate and shape parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal
• Properly and safely select, align, secure and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines
• Recognize, deploy and properly use inserts, fixtures and tooling
• Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
• Ability to track parts and jobs in company's system
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Qualifications and Skills:

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience Requirements:

2-3 years of machining experience

Basic computer skills

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of and experience with machine and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance

Design techniques, tools and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans and drawings

Metals and the quality and machinability and uses of metals, alloys and other materials

Mechanically inclined, and understand manufacturing techniques

Ability to prioritize, schedule and review work

Effectively and safely operate a variety of assigned tools and equipment

Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches and work orders to others

Maintain routine records

Ability to move or transfer products with a hoist or overhead crane

Attention to detail

Ability to work on multiple priorities with frequent interruptions

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently without daily supervision

Working Conditions:

The work environment is in a manufacturing facility where noise level is usually moderate

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking

Requires the use of hands for simple handling, grasping and fine manipulations

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds

Requires standing for long periods of time

Requires making repetitive motions while operating equipment

Requires activities involving being around moving machinery

Work a standard work week but may be required to work some overtime

Benefits:

Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, employee stock ownership plan, short term and long term disability and life insurance.