Machinist

Komatsu Southwest; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu Southwest in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Machinist to support heavy mining equipment at the Mesa Gateway Airport facility. The role involves set-up and operation of large lathes, drills, and milling machines, with welding as required.

Hours are currently Monday–Friday 6:00 am–4:30 pm, with potential shift changes. The ideal candidate will be skilled in manual lathe operation, micrometer and caliper use, and large component repair, while maintaining safety and quality standards in a heavy

Qualifications

• Must be trained in the operation of a manual lathe.
• Proficient use of micrometers and calipers with documentation.
• Good organizational skills and basic shop math.
• Experience repairing large components and reading blueprints is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Polish and grind components; bore and mill as needed.
• Set up and operate large vertical turret lathes.
• Set up and operate a large radial drill and manual milling machines.
• Operate portable line boring equipment and surface grinders.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and document work orders.

Skills

Manual lathe operation

Micrometer

Calipers

Welding (Tig/Mig/Stick)

Shop math

Organizational skills

Component repair

Tools

Vertical turret lathe

Radial drill

Surface grinders

Job description

Job Description

Machinist

Posting Start Date: 9/16/26

Job Location (Short): Mesa, Arizona, USA, 85210-6105

Requisition ID: 36833

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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Job Overview

We are looking for a Machinist at our facility by the Mesa Gateway Airport to support heavy mining equipment.

The hours for this position are currently Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm. This could shift to a Tuesday - Friday shift at a later date.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Polishing and grinding, Boring and milling.
• Set up and operate large vertical turret lathes.
• Set up and operate large radial drill.
• Set up and operate manual milling machines.
• Set up and operate portable line boring bar equipment.
• Set up and operate surface grinders and polisher.
• Perform safety Inspection of all shop equipment prior to operations including lifting devises, power tools and hand tools. etc.
• Keeps track of jobs (work orders) as they are assigned.
• Fills out work scope reports documenting all measurements prior and after machine work.
• Keeps a safe and clean work environment.
• Weld components, parts and any other items needed in the repair of various components in a timely basis and in quality such that it meets physical requirements.
• Tig, Mig, Stick, Sub-arc welding as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be trained in the operational process of manual lathe.
• Good understanding of the repair of large components.
• Working knowledge of different types of metals, their uses and repair procedures.
• Must be proficient in use of a Micrometer, Measuring precisely with calipers, and documentation of this.
• Good organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of different types of metals, their uses and repair procedures.
• Basic shop math.
• Good understanding of repairing large components.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/ .