Machinist I

Motion; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion is seeking a Machinist I to set up, operate, and adjust various machines under supervision. The role involves machining parts to specifications, monitoring machine operations, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and knowledge of machining processes. This is an entry-level position with full-time employment benefits.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

401(k) options

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of various metals and measurements used in machining processes required.
• Knowledge of machinist, CAD and/or CAM software required.

Responsibilities

• Machines parts to specifications using various machine tools.
• Measures and tests completed units for defects.
• Maintains machine tools and verifies operational efficiency.

Skills

Knowledge of various metals

Knowledge of CAD and/or CAM software

Mathematics application

Quality control techniques

Machine monitoring

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. Maintains machine tools in proper operational condition. Operates equipment to verify operational efficiency.
4. Studies sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
5. Uses various bandsaws, cutoff wheels, table saws, and pedestal grinders.
6. 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.
7. Installs repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment. Checks work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled.
8. Designs fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
9. Supports metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics. Prepares working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
10. Tests experimental models under simulated operating conditions for purposes such as development, standardization, or feasibility of design. Installs experimental parts or assemblies, such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants or batteries into machines or mechanisms.
11. 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.
• Must be eligible to participate in the DoD Skillbridge program.

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

None.

Company Information

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

Disclaimer

This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing