Machinist

Motion Industries; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Industries in West Monroe, LA is seeking a skilled machinist to set up, operate, and maintain conventional and automatic machines, including lathes, drills, and grinders. You will read blueprints, select tools, and produce parts to specs for repairs and prototypes.

The role requires high school completion, knowledge of metals, and proficiency with CAD/CAM software, with focus on accuracy, safety, and efficient operations in a high-mix environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of metals, measurements and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software required.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust lathes, mills, grinders and related tools.
• Inspect parts using precision gauges and micrometers.
• Read drawings and specs to determine operations and sequences.
• Monitor machine feeds, speeds, and tooling for quality output.
• Layout, measure, and mark stock for cuts and fixturing.
• Assemble or fit parts, install and align tooling and fixtures.
• Test and adjust fixtures, tooling, and processes for accuracy.

Skills

Machining knowledge

Mathematics

Gauging & measurement

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

CAM software

Job description

West Monroe, LA, USA

Full time

R26_0000026827

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.

EEO/DEI Statement

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.

Where permitted by applicable law, successful applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to start date. COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment, subject to an approved accommodation, and proof of vaccination will be required on or prior to start date.

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.

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