Machinist

Flowserve US Inc; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowserve US Inc. is seeking a skilled machinist in Baton Rouge, LA to set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. The role requires reading drawings and interpreting tolerances, with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will work with lathes, milling machines, and CNC equipment, following established processes to ensure parts meet specifications. A valid HS diploma or GED and 5-7 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years relevant machining experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic equipment and perform routine machining tasks.
• Follow established processes and prepare parts for finishing.
• Read drawings and use precision measuring tools to verify tolerances.
• Maintain safety and environmental guidelines.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality teams.

Skills

Machining experience

Reading blueprints

Verbal communication

Planning & organizing

Health & safety

Education

HS Diploma / GED

Tools

Manual lathes

Milling machines

CNC lathes/mills

Job description

Role Summary

Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• Operating Machine or Equipment – Operate basic equipment and machines and carry out routine tasks.
• Operations Management – Carry out operational tasks by following established processes.
• Equipment Maintenance and Repair – Help to maintain and repair equipment by carrying out preparations and providing assistance.
• Health, Safety and Environment – Follow basic mandatory work instructions to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.
• Operational Compliance – Follow a straightforward mandatory procedure to ensure that work is carried out to the required quality standards and/or to ensure adherence to external regulatory codes and internal codes of conduct.
• Precision Equipment Utilization – Interpret and use precision measuring equipment/instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and depth gauges.
• Instructions and Drawings – Ability to read and interpret blueprints and geometric tolerances.
• Internal Communications – Exchange information with people by having courteous interactions with them.
• Policy and procedures – Works with guidance to understand policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Verbal Communication – Uses clear and effective verbal communication skills to express ideas and request actions.
• Planning and Organizing – Works with guidance to plan, organize, and prioritize activities to efficiently meet business objectives.
• Health and Safety – Applies elementary concepts to manage and apply safe systems of work.
• Equipment Experience – 2+ years machining experience in a manufacturing or repair environment operating manual lathes, milling machines, or CNC lathes/mills.
• HS Diploma / GED and 5-7 years relevant experience.