Machinist/Millwright

EMR Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA and FSA with employer contribution

401(k) with company match

Job summary

EMR Group in New Orleans, LA seeks an experienced Machinist/Millwright to fabricate, repair, and machine precision parts for critical equipment. The role requires hands-on work with manual lathes and milling machines, reading drawings, and performing precise measurements to meet tight tolerances.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in heavy industry, strong tool skills, and a safety-focused mindset. This full-time on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and a stable work schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical or trade schooling preferred.
• 3+ years operating manual machining equipment in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics; proficient with measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including lathes and milling machines.
• Fabricate, repair, and modify parts for pumps, motors, gearboxes, shafts, and structures.
• Interpret drawings and work orders to determine machining requirements.
• Perform precision measurements with micrometers, calipers and indicators.
• Maintain tight tolerances and ensure parts meet specs.
• Select tooling, speeds, and materials; perform routine machine maintenance.
• Assist with teardown, inspection, and rebuilds as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and uphold 5S housekeeping.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Independent / team work

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/trade schooling preferred

Tools

LeBlond lathe

Standard Modern 1530 lathe

Vertical milling machine

Horizontal milling machine

Drill press

Grinder

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Machinist/Millwright to support heavy industrial operations in New Orleans, LA by fabricating, repairing, and machining precision parts for critical equipment and assets. This role requires hands-on experience operating manual machining equipment and the ability to work from manual drawings, hand sketches, and other design specifications to produce high-quality components.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including:

1. LeBlond lathe
2. Standard Modern 1530 lathe
3. Vertical and horizontal milling machines
4. Drill presses, grinders, and other shop equipment

• Machine, fabricate, modify and repair parts for industrial assets such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, shafts, and structural components
• Interpret technical drawings, and work orders to determine machining requirements
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other measuring tools
• Maintain tight tolerances and ensure finished parts meet specifications
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds, and materials for each job
• Perform equipment maintenance and ensure machines are in safe operating condition
• Assist with equipment teardown, inspection, and rebuilds as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Sustain and maintain organization of machine tooling by engaging with site expectations including the 5S Housekeeping philosophy

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (technical or trade school preferred)
• 3+ years of experience operating manual machining equipment in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment
• Strong experience with manual lathes and milling machines
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics
• Proficiency with hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Solid understanding of machining principles, materials, and tooling
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy industry (e.g., steel, oil & gas, power generation, or similar)
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus
• Familiarity with equipment repair and maintenance processes
• Basic knowledge of CNC machining (not required but beneficial)
• Experience in maintenance, repair and custom fabrication

Compensation and Benefits

• Monday – Friday, minimal nights or weekends
• Full-time, year-round
• PTO and 8 paid company holidays
• Medicalanddentalinusrance
• Employer paidvisioninsurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• HSA and FSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with company match

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