Manual Machinist

Western Forge & Flange Co.; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Cleveland, TX, is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up and operate machine shop equipment. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of metal characteristics and machining methods, along with the ability to read and interpret work orders and drawings. This position offers training for related duties, aimed at ensuring quality in all machining processes.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand work orders and drawings.
• Minimum one (1) year machine shop experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates machine tools to machine forgings.
• Observes machine operation and follows safety rules.
• Verifies dimensions using measuring instruments.

Skills

Machine operation

Reading work orders

Understanding drawings

Knowledge of metal characteristics

Job description

687 County Rd 2201, Cleveland, TX 77327, USA Req #18

Monday, May 12, 2025

• Reads work order and drawings for product specifications, such as dimension and tolerances
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, boring machines, drill press, and grinders, to machine forgings to specifications, following blueprints, and/or sketches applying knowledge of machining methods
• For this position, day-to-day responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to:
• Set up and operate machine shop equipment
• Observe operation of machine and follow Safety rules
• Verify dimensions using measuring instruments, such as calipers, gauges, etc.
  

Desired Requirements

• Must be able to read and understand work orders, drawings, and other written instructions
• Must have knowledge of metal characteristics and machining methods
  
• Minimum one (1) year machine shop experience desired
• Machinist will be adequately trained to perform related duties
  
• 687 County Rd 2201, Cleveland, TX 77327, USA