Experienced Heavy Industrial Manual Machinist

Josh Pros LLC; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Josh Pros LLC in North Charleston, SC is seeking an experienced machinist for on-site work in the manufacturing sector. You will set up and operate a range of machine tools to produce precision parts according to drawings, using gauges to verify tolerances and performing routine maintenance.

This hands-on role requires reading engineering blueprints, selecting fixtures and tools, and coordinating with plant personnel. Overtime evenings and weekends may be required to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience operating multiple machine tools to produce precision parts.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Familiarity with setting up fixtures and tools.
• Commitment to safety and clean workspace.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools to produce precision parts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Machine parts out of metal.
• Select and align fixtures, tools, and materials on machines.
• Use gauges and precision measuring instruments to meet tolerances.
• Perform daily cleaning and light maintenance on machinery.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Coordinate with others to plan plant work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine tool operation

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Tool setup

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Calipers

Dial indicators

Gauges

Job description

Client: A client in the manufacturing industry
Location: North Charleston, SC
Work mode: On-site
Work authorization: US Citizen (Only)
Relocation: Not available
Openings: 1

Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints and follow instructions
• 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
• Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
• Operate and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
• Use gauges and precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
• Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
• Communicates with others to coordinate work in plant
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Machining Skills

• Familiarity with the use of: Heavy Duty Horizontal Lathes, Milling Machines, Horizontal Boring Mills, Vertical Turning Lathes, Planers, Grinders, Drill Presses, Hydraulic Presses, Band Saws, and Portable Tools
• Turning, Drilling, Tapping, Boring, Honing, Polishing machine processes
• Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
• In-place machining experience is desired
• Forklift and Crane experience preferred