Manual Machinist I

FLANDERS; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

FLANDERS is seeking a Manual Machinist I to join the Longview, Texas team for hands-on milling, drilling, and lathe work using a range of engine lathes and mills. You will measure, document, and interpret designs while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and about one year of machinist experience or related schooling. Willingness to travel and operate heavy equipment is a plus and joining this team offers growth in a world-leading

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year machinist experience and/or machine trades technical schooling preferred.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, fork lift trucks, and other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform milling operations such as drilling, tapping, boring, broaching, and conventional milling and lathe work using various engine lathes including but not limited to horizontal and vertical mills and horizontal boring mills.
• Use measuring devices and techniques to ensure proper sizings.
• Record data to produce expected service and/or design results including sizing's and illustrations.
• Understand materials and their various applications in order to complete job.
• Use various hand-held and stationary power and non-power tools including but not limited to band saws, belt sanders, hand grinders, and files to complete job.
• Lift, tighten, adjust and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work and observe safety precautions.
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper safety equipment including eye, ear, and hand protection.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment at all times.
• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Promote strong company image and maintain positive working relationships at all times including professional behavior with customers (very infrequent) and co-workers within department (daily basis).
• Provide outstanding customer service at all times.
• Perform work according to established company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Math basics

Reading/writing instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FLANDERS is a world leader in renewing machines for heavy industry, specializing in the largest and most intricate applications. Our expertise encompasses distributing, servicing, repairing, designing, and manufacturing electric rotating machines. Additionally, we take pride in offering cutting-edge AI-powered condition-based monitoring, customized controls, seamless systems integration, and advanced automation solutions.

We are looking for a Manual Machinist I to join the Longview, Texas team.

What You Will Do

• Perform milling operations such as drilling, tapping, boring, broaching, and conventional milling and lathe work using various engine lathes including but not limited to horizontal and vertical mills and horizontal boring mills.
• Use measuring devices and techniques to ensure proper sizings.
• Record data to produce expected service and/or design results including sizing's and illustrations.
• Understand materials and their various applications in order to complete job.
• Use various hand-held and stationary power and non-power tools including but not limited to band saws, belt sanders, hand grinders, and files to complete job.
• Lift, tighten, adjust and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work and observe safety precautions.
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper safety equipment including eye, ear, and hand protection.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment at all times.
• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Promote strong company image and maintain positive working relationships at all times including professional behavior with customers (very infrequent) and co-workers within department (daily basis).
• Provide outstanding customer service at all times.
• Perform work according to established company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What You Need

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Basic mechanical knowledge required. One year machinist experience and/or machine trades technical schooling preferred.

Other

• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Knowledge of trigonometry a plus.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job related training, operational, and safety procedures.
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making related to routine duties within set company standards.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, fork lift trucks, and other equipment.
• Travel may be required.