Manual Machinist

Power Plant Services; Missouri; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in power plant services is seeking a Manual Machinist responsible for setup and operation of machine tools to produce precision parts. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of experience, a strong understanding of safety requirements, and excellent skills in blueprint reading and manual machining.

Benefits

401(k) 5% Match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a manual machinist in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Familiarity with OSHA and company safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other machine tools.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances using micrometers and vernier calipers.
• Read engineering drawings and blueprints to determine machining requirements.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification in machining or related field

Job description

Job description

Summary

The Manual Machinist is responsible for the setup and operation of various machine tools to produce, repair, or refurbish precision parts in accordance with the company's safety, cost, schedule, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating manual machine tools to produce precision parts and components according to specifications.


Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Job Scope/Responsibilities

• Operate Manual Machine Tools: Set up and operate manual lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other machine tools to produce parts to exact specifications.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances of workpieces, products, or equipment using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
• Read and Interpret Blueprints: Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining requirements and plan the sequence of operations.
• Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition and perform preventive and emergency maintenance/repair as instructed.
• Confer with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information and coordinate project aspects.
• Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools.
• Operate welding and cutting/grinding equipment.
• Support projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties, and mathematics.
• Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs and maintain continuity among work shifts by communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Perform all work within OSHA and company safety standards, reporting to the supervisor when safety training and PPE are insufficient.
• Perform other duties as required to support the business.

Education/Experience

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a manual machinist in a manufacturing or machine shop environment
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in machining or related field is a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA and company safety requirements.

Benefits

• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Monday - Friday with weekends as needed
• Day Shift
• EveningShift
• Night Shift
• Overtime