Conventional Machinist – Morgantown, WV

Swanson Industries; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Matching 401k

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Safe Work Environment

Attendance Incentives

Job summary

Swanson Industries in Morgantown, WV is seeking a skilled machinist to operate engine lathes and conventional mills. You will read blueprints and shop drawings, use micrometers and calipers, and machine within specified tolerances.

Experience with hydraulic components and various thread forms is preferred. The role requires 3 years machining background, ability to work with minimal supervision, and strong teamwork and communication with internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints and shop drawings to tighten tolerances.
• Uses micrometers, calipers, thread mics and wires accurately.
• Demonstrates proficiency in applicable machining skills.
• Works well in a team and communicates effectively with customers.

Responsibilities

• Operate engine lathes, conventional mills and machine shop equipment.
• Use measuring tools proficiently (Mics ID/OD, calipers).
• Understand hydraulic terminology and apply it in machining tasks.
• Read prints, sketches, and machine to spec.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Machining proficiency

Teamwork/communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machining tools

Job description

Ability to efficiently and productively operate an engine lathe and the majority of all machines in the customer repair shop. Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings, to read micrometers, and work within required machining tolerances and possess a working knowledge of the repair procedures and tolerances for customer conventional machines. Demonstration of proficiency in applicable and appropriate machining skills.

Job Summary

Location: Morgantown, WV

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES:

• Proficient in operating engine lathes and conventional mills and machine shop equipment.
• Ability to use measuring tools proficiently (Mics ID and OD, calipers, thread mics and wires).
• Knowledgeable in hydraulic terminology (example: gland, piston, port, retract, extend, wiper).
• Able to use prints, make sketches, and machine to either.
• Know different thread forms (internal, external, standard or metric) and able to machine the like. Make gauges if necessary.
• Know port machining and hydraulic fitting sizes and description.
• Know seal identification and machining of tolerance specifications (examples: O-ring, wiper, seal, wear band).
• Machine knowledge of different metals.
• Familiar with tooling, cemented, index able, threading, etc.
• Must have machinist tools to perform job.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, meetings, workshops, etc.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have 3 years of machining background or other relevant experience.
• Must be able to meet the minimum tool requirements.
• Performs work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and follow directions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job duties consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Frequent walking and/or standing is required.
• Frequent bending, pushing/pulling, lifting/carrying of rods and cylinders.
• Ability to work safely and adhere to the Swanson Safety System in daily job duties.

Benefits

Full-time position

Benefits-eligible: medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, paid vacation, etc.

Swanson Industries, Inc. is a global leader in engineered hydraulics, providing hydraulic cylinder manufacturing, remanufacturing, and repair services for the mining and mobile industries. We are poised for continuous growth as we expand our global presence. For more information, visit www.swansonindustries.com!

Keywords: Machinist

At Swanson, we appreciate your expertise and it shows. We provide employees with:

• Benefits
• Competitive Wages
• Training and Development
• Matching 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Attendance Incentives
• Safe Work Environment