Machinist I

The L.S. Starrett Company; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The L.S. Starrett Company in Athol, MA is seeking a Machinist/Operator to perform basic operation and inspection of machine tools used to produce precision parts and instruments.

You will follow safety procedures, measure and test parts, and work under direct supervision with a basic knowledge of machining, manual dexterity, and the ability to stand for long periods in a manufacturing environment. Experience with lathes, milling machines, or grinders is preferred, and the role involves reading

Qualifications

• Performs work under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.
• Mathematical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and standard operating procedures.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Ability to stand for long periods

Technical expertise

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic communication and math skills

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Shaper

Grinder

Job description

Job Summary

Basic operation and inspection of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce precision parts and instruments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to follow safety and standard operating procedures
• Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Qualifications

• Performs work under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Possesses beginning to working knowledge of subject matter.
• Mathematical skills.
• Technical expertise.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physical Stamina. Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Basic communication and math skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift and move materials and parts up to 40 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate machinery and measuring tools.
• Ability to visually inspect parts and read measurements and specifications.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment around machinery, noise, oils, and coolants.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary Range

• $18.75 - $25.00/hour based on experience