Machinist

ANDRITZ; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Andritz in Pell City, Alabama is seeking a Manual Machinist to operate milling machines, lathes and drill presses and to support the operations team.

You will read blueprints, measure parts with micrometers and calipers, set up machines, adjust feeds and speeds, and verify tolerances to ensure products meet specifications. This role requires manual dexterity and strict safety awareness, with collaboration across engineering and manufacturing staff.

Qualifications

• Experience operating milling machines, lathes and drill presses.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Precision measuring using micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to set up and adjust machine tools for precision work.

Responsibilities

• Machine parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and other tools.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances with micrometers and Vernier calipers.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure conformance to specs using precision instruments.
• Set up and operate basic and advanced machine tools for precision machining.
• Align and secure fixtures and tools on machines.
• Select appropriate tools and materials for machining tasks.
• Monitor feed and speed during machining.
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock for cuts.
• Study drawings to determine methods and sequences of operations.
• Observe machines to diagnose malfunctions and determine repairs.
• Check lubrication and cooling of workpieces.
• Clean and lubricate machines and equipment.
• Confer with engineering and supervision to exchange technical information.

Job description

We are looking for a Manual Machinist to operate various Milling Machines, Drill Presses and Lathes. Position reports to the Operations Manager.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, vertical boring mill, horizontal boring mill.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers, Vernier calipers.
• Measure, examine, and test completed parts to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled.
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
• Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS

Requires ability to work in a manufacturing environment, which may include exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels, dust, dirt, fumes, welding machines, heavy duty magnets and manual/remote controlled devices using radio signals. Physical conditions for positions: Sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, grasp, ascend/descend stairs and ladders, maneuver within tight spaces, routinely lift up to 50 lbs. Must have visual acuity, excellent mobility, good hearing, manual dexterity, good balance, ability to endure long hours, excellent problem solving skills, and wear required personal protective equipment. All tasks performed with or without reasonable accommodations.