Manual Machinist

John H. Carter Company; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

John H. Carter Company in Sulphur, LA seeks an experienced valve repair technician. You will safely perform machining and honing operations on valve components, using DROs and a range of machines including milling, VTL, drill press, and grinders. Strong mechanical skills and professional demeanor are essential.

The role requires problem solving and the ability to interface with customers and internal teams, with a self-directed work approach in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in valve repair industry.
• TWIC, OSHA Safety, Security Passport credentials.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for precision machining.
• Professional in appearance and actions at all times.
• Ability to read, write and verbalize professionally.
• Self-starter and self-directed with initiative.
• Able to interface with customers and teams.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform machining processes and use DROs.
• Machine nozzles and discs; polish using shop and field tools.
• Hone internal bores; handle stud removal with drills.
• Machine flanges and valve seats (raised-face, RTJ, etc.).
• Operate milling machine, VTL, drill press, surface grinder, etc.
• Work on gate, globe, and check valve components.

Skills

Valve repair

TWIC

OSHA Safety

Mechanical aptitude

Professional demeanor

Communication

Customer interfacing

Problem solving

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Milling machine

VTL

Drill press

Surface grinder

Horizontal mill

Manual lathes

Honing tools

Band saw

Lap Master

Job description

• A minimum or 2 years in the valve repair industry
• TWIC, OSHA Safety, Security Passport
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Professionally Articulate
• Professional in appearance and actions
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and verbalize in a professional, organized manner
• Highly inquisitive about industrial process industry
• Successful in interfacing with customers, internal and external
• Demonstrated problem solving abilities
• Self-Starter and Self-Directed

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately perform the following machining processes
  • Maintain knowledge of digital read-outs (DRO)
  • Machine nozzles and discs including polishing using the lathe in the shop and the field
  • Machine broken studs on small bodies using the drill press
  • Hone internal bores
  • Use magnetic drill for stud removal
  • Use drill press or pneumatic tools for disking seats
  • Machine flanges (raised-face, RTJ ring joint, Grayloc, lens-ring, etc.)
  • Machine seats and trim (gate, globe, and check valves)
  • Machine gear operator segments

Operate the following machines: milling machine, VTL, drill press, surface grinder, horizontal mill, manual lathes, honing tools, band and cut-off saw, and Lap Master

The above list of duties and responsibilities does not constitute the entire list and the list can be changed when necessary at the discretion of management when business needs, customer demands, and other industry or job related circumstances arise.

Physical Demands

Physical Abilities

N

O

F

C

Lift / Carry

N

O

F

C

Stand

X

10 lbs or less

X

Walk

X

11 – 20 lbs

X

Sit

X

21 – 50 lbs

X

X

51 – 100 lbs

X

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Reach Above Shoulder

X

Push / Pull

N

O

F

C

Climb

X

12 lbs or less

X

X

13 – 25 lbs

X

Squat or Kneel

X

26 – 40 lbs

X

X

41 – 100 lbs

X

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs / day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs / day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs / day)

Other Physical Requirements

o Near

o Distance

o Color

o Peripheral

o Depth Perception

o List Specific Hearing Requirement(s): ability to hear alarms

Sense of Sound

Sense of Smell

Sense of Taste

Sense of Touch

Ability to Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

:

Motivations

:

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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