Machinist

USA MOT Motion Industries, Inc.; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Motion Industries is seeking a skilled machinist to set up, operate and adjust lathes, milling machines, grinders and other precision equipment.

You will read drawings and written instructions to produce replacement parts, repair components, and contribute to prototypes, while ensuring parts meet exact tolerances.

Strong measurement skills with micrometers and calipers, plus CAD/CAM awareness, are preferred for efficient, safe production in a hands-on shop environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of metals and measurements used in machining
• Knowledge of machinist, CAD and CAM software
• Knowledge of mathematics and its application in machining
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes and quality control
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints with precision
• Ability to safely use tools like piranha, metal shear, and metal breaks

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, mills, shapers and grinders
• Measure, test and verify parts using micrometers, calipers and gauges
• Monitor machine feeds and speeds to ensure quality and accuracy
• Read drawings and engineering information to determine operation sequences
• Facility maintenance: keep tools and machines in good working order
• Design fixtures or tooling to meet engineering needs
• Install repaired parts or assemblies into equipment and verify operation

Skills

Machinist knowledge

Metals & measurements

Math applications

Gauges & indicators

Safety handling

CAD/CAM awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

SUMMARY:

Under direct 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 routine and machining is performed to ordinary tolerances.

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 various bandsaws, cutoff wheels, table saws, and pedestal grinders. 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.

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. Ability to safely use or learn to use piranha, metal shear, and metal breaks.

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.

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

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.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.