Manual Machinist

Cogent Talent Solutions; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Analytics is seeking a skilled machinist to produce quality parts using manual equipment such as engine lathes and milling machines. You will study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine dimensions and tolerances, set up and operate machinery, perform deburring and precision inspection, and ensure conformance to specifications.

You must follow instructions, maintain safety, and promptly report any out-of-tolerance parts or machine malfunctions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating any Lathe or Mill.
• Must communicate in English.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of precision measuring instruments: calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators.
• Intermediate knowledge of reading drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, deburr, and inspect quality parts per requirements.
• Study drawings, manuals, specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Measure and mark dimensions and reference points on work pieces.

Skills

Lathe operation

Milling operation

English communication

Reading drawings

Basic math

Precision measurement skills

Documentation following instructions

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth gauges

Indicators

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of a supervisor and experienced machinists, you will be responsible for producing quality parts using manual manufacturing equipment such as engine lathes and milling machines. This role requires you to study and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions, tolerances, and the correct sequence of operations for each setup. You will perform hands-on setup, operation, deburring, and precision inspection of finished workpieces to ensure strict conformance to specifications. You will also maintain a safe working environment, promptly report any out-of-tolerance parts or equipment malfunctions, and adapt smoothly to changing project demands and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on all manufacturing equipment. Reports all out of tolerances or machine malfunction to supervisor
• Responsible for set-up, operation, deburring and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Measures / marks dimensions and reference points on work pieces as a guide for subsequent machining.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience operating any Lathe or Mill
• Communicate in English
• Be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Must possess basic math skills
• Intermediate knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments: calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators
• Intermediate knowledge of reading drawings

$20 - $30 an hour