Machinist - Grinder

Mercedes Benz U.S. International; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks of vacation

Health benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Dental and Vision

Job summary

Segers Aero Corporation in Fairhope, Alabama, is seeking a Machinist - Grinder to join our team. The role focuses on precision grinding, reading blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances to support overhaul and manufacturing operations.

Ideal candidates have 3 years machinist experience, with 1 year grinding preferred, and must pass background checks. The position offers a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Three (3) years of experience as a machinist is required.
• One (1) year in grinding is preferred.
• Tool and die making and CNC machine experience a plus.
• Must pass a criminal background check and DOT-FAA pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Machinist to repair parts per overhaul manuals using grinders and hand tools.
• Uses micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and other specialty tools in support of production.
• Reads blueprints to specifications and logs labor using company software.
• Maintains close tolerance of at least + or - .0005 and operates mills, lathes, and grinders.
• Complies with safety procedures and company attendance policy; travels as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

English communication

Problem solving

Math & trig

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Gage tools

Job description

Overview

Segers Aero Corporation, Fairhope, Alabama

Machinist - Grinder

Wage Range: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour

Segers Aero Corporation located in Fairhope, AL is seeking a Machinist - Grinder to join our team. We offer a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule that includes every other Friday off.

Purpose of position:

To machine and repair various parts and components.

Essential Functions:

(must be able to perform these functions, with or without a reasonable accommodation).

• Performs specialized repairs to parts and components in accordance with overhaul manuals using various hand and air tools, and various grinders.
• Proficiently uses micrometers, height gauges and bore and air gauges and various specialty tools in support of the production schedule.
• Reads blueprints to specifications.
• Effectively operates and maintains various hand and air tools, mills, lathes and grinders.
• Proficiently navigate through company software in order to extract special instructions and accurately log labor.
• Holds close tolerance to at least + or - .0005.
• Accurately and efficiently grinds hard chrome, specialty coatings (I.D. and O.D.).
• Travels as required
• Confers with manager to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement
• Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner
• Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy
• Works overtime as needed
• Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g. Safety-glasses, ear plugs, face shields etc.)

Skills, knowledge and abilities:

(these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job).

• Must provide and maintain personal tool box in accordance with Segers' Tool Control Plan
• Must be proficient in using a variety of hand tools, special tools, and GSE required to perform assignedmaintenance tasks
• Must be able to work in a relatively loud environment.
• Must be able to obtain needed information and data from FAR's, bulletins, drawings, blue prints and maintenance manuals to perform assigned maintenance functions.
• Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among co-workers and supervisors.
• Must be able to work with little supervision and to take some initiative.
• Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations.
• Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English
• Must be able to apply common sense
• Must have basic computer skills to run specific company software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using fractions and decimals; and proficient in trigonometry.
• Must be able to use a variety of hand and power tools effectively.
• Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to properly wear all PPE
• Must have knowledge of precision measuring tools/equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and more, with assistance occasionally.
• Must be able to see clearly with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear running machinery.
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively.
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination.
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead.
• Must regularly be able to squat, bend, twist and stand.
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally.

Marginal Functions:

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Three (3) years of experience as a machinist is required.
• One (1) year in grinding is preferred.
• Tool and die making and CNC machine experience a plus.
• Must pass a criminal background check and DOT-FAA pre-employment drug screen.
• Position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations. Subject to drug and alcohol testing per DOT FAA's regulations.

Work conditions:

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Noise is generally loud.

Our competitive benefits package include:

• Three weeks of vacation
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(K) plan that includes an employer matching program (up to 4%)
• Medical Plan
• Telemedicine Program
• Identity Theft Prevention Program
• Dental and Vision (company paid benefit for employee coverage)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability (company-paid benefit)
• Basic Life/AD&DD (company paid benefit / 2x base salary amount)
• Voluntary - Supplemental Life/AD&DD coverage options
• Spouse & Child Life coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care options)
• Employee Assistance Program (company-paid, includes three free counseling sessions)
• And more!

Segers Aero Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.