Machinist

Genuine Parts Company; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking a skilled machinist to set up, operate, and adjust machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders to produce replacement and prototype parts. You will read drawings, measure with precision tools, and ensure conformance to specifications while maintaining equipment condition.

The role emphasizes hands-on fabrication, fixture design, and collaboration with engineering teams on experiments and production tasks. Strong measurement and math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2–4 years of shop experience.

Responsibilities

• Machines parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders.

Skills

Metals knowledge

Machinist knowledge

Math skills

Quality control

Fabrication ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

CAM software

Job description

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, sets up, operates, and adjusts various types of conventional or automatic machines including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other precision equipment. Works from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment. Work is typically routine, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures.

JOB DUTIES

• Machines parts to specifications, using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines,
• shapers or grinders. Sets up, adjusts or operates basic or specialized machine tools used
• to perform precision machining operations.
• Measures, examines or tests completed units to check for defects and ensure
• conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
• Calculates dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or Vernier
• calipers.
• Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. Maintains
• machine tools in proper operational condition. Operates equipment to verify operational
• efficiency.
• Studies sample parts, blueprints, drawings or engineering information to determine
• methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
• Uses Acer and Proto Track mills to make more complex parts.
• Lays out, measures and marks metal stock to display placement of cuts. Fits and
• assembles parts to make or repair machine tools. Sets up or operates metalworking,
• brazing, heat-treating, welding or cutting equipment.
• Installs repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment. Checks work pieces to
• ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.
• Designs fixtures, tooling or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
• Supports metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly,
• inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and
• mathematics. Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
• Tests experimental models under simulated operating conditions for purposes such as
• development, standardization or feasibility of design. Install experimental parts or
• assemblies, such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants or batteries into
• machines or mechanisms.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a high school diploma or GED and two (2) to four (4) years of shop experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Knowledge of various metals and measurements used in machining processes required.
• Knowledge of machinist, CAD and/or CAM software required.
• Knowledge of mathematics and its application required.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other
• techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods required.
• Knowledge of monitoring gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is
• working properly required.
• Capable to independently fabricate parts out of sheet metal and Lexan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires manual dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination. Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and stand for extended periods of time.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No Supervisory Responsibility

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.