Manual machinist/fabrication

Description

This position is responsible for setting up and operating manual machining and fabrication equipment to produce quality parts from ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The role includes interpreting blueprints and work instructions, performing in-process inspections using precision measuring tools, and making necessary adjustments to meet specifications. Employees will also support safe material handling, maintain an organized work area, and cross-train on multiple machines and processes as needed.

What You Will Do

• Operate machines including manual lathes, drills, blacksmith threading equipment, presses, and other fabrication tools.
• Perform threading, cutting, sawing, shearing, abrasive cutting, drilling, grinding, punching, reaming, deburring, and cleaning operations on ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Interpret operation travelers, blueprints, and oral instructions to obtain specified material and determine the necessary tools and methods.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, verniers, machinist squares, and thread/plug gauges.
• Perform setup, adjustments, and maintenance to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards.
• Safely operate material handling equipment, including cranes, dollies, and carts, for transporting raw and finished materials.
• Store tooling, inserts, and other items in an organized manner with appropriate labels or identifiers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, adhering to all company safety standards.
• Crosstrain on various equipment and processes across the facility as required.
• Identify and report safety hazards, helping in their remediation.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Team Leader or Supervisor.

What You Will Have

• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical job duties in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret operation travelers, blueprints, and written and oral instructions.
• Proficiency using measuring and inspection equipment such as measuring tapes, calipers, verniers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Ability to be certified to operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, cranes, hoists, and carts.
• Approximately 5 years of experience setting up and operating CNC machines and lathes, with working knowledge of basic shop math and machining principles.