Machinist 1

Expro; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery company based in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking an experienced machinist responsible for operating CNC machines, conducting preventive maintenance, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate must have over 5 years of experience with CNC machinery and be able to read blueprints. This is a skilled role requiring attention to detail and adherence to strict quality standards in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years' experience with CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex machines using computer-aided devices.
• Perform skilled machinist duties under limited supervision.
• Execute preventive maintenance on machines.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Overall Purpose

This position is responsible for performing skilled machinist duties under limited supervision. Work with mills and lathes, operate complex machines using computer aided devices and perform preventive maintenance of machines. Perform related work in assessing quality standards and ensuring the product meets exacting specifications and standards.

Key Activities And Accountabilities

• Contacts supervisory personnel when raw product, events or finished products are not conforming to required standards.
• Assists supervisor in machining adjustments and operational improvements.
• Maintains and performs preventative maintenance on machines and related systems.
• Maintains strict tolerance requirements in the manufacture of parts.
• Operates equipment used with lathes and mills to quality assurance specifications.
• Records machine data for reporting and record-keeping purposes.
• Prepares documents as required to perform inventory or audit.
• Computes amounts of workload capacity and running time.
• Confers and corresponds with establishment representatives to rectify problems, such as damages, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications.
• Attend required training as deemed necessary by job duties, Training, Operations, Safety, etc.
• Learn and become conversant with all Expro's philosophies, policies, and procedures including safety, quality, operational, and environmental training.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Job Knowledge And Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5+ years’ experience with computer numbered controlled (CNC) machines.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.