Manual Machinist (Night Shift)

AIV, LP; Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AIV, LP is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist (Night Shift) to produce machined components from blueprints using manual lathes and related equipment. The role emphasizes precision, adherence to drawings, and quality control in a Houston-area facility.

Candidates should have 5+ years of manual machining experience, read English fluently, and be willing to work night shifts with significant overtime. Safety training is required before starting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of relevant manual machining experience.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Produce machined components to specifications from blueprints or drawings.
• Operate manual lathes and related machines per training.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using precision instruments.
• Review quality issues with QA and engineering to resolve problems.
• Select tools, machines, and materials suitable for machining work.
• Measure and test finished parts to ensure conformance to specs.
• Complete Operator Safety Training for Powered Industrial Equipment.
• Overtime and weekend work are expected.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Overtime readiness

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Horizontal Mill

Knee Milling Machines

Vertical Turret Lathe

Horizontal Boring Mill

Job description

22806 Northwest Lake Drive
Houston, TX 77095, USA

Description

The Manual Machinist (Night Shift) works independently on common operations and is responsible for converting raw materials to a finished milled product while ensuring conformance to design specifications in an accurate and timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce machined components to specifications by studying sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information.
• Operating all sizes of manual lathes is required. Experience with additional manual machines is highly desirable, including Horizontal Mill or Horizontal Boring Mill (HBM), Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL), and Knee Milling Machines.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and precision instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Read and interpret shop work instructions and shop procedures.
• Review quality issues with quality assurance, manufacturing support, and engineering to resolve quality issues and take corrective actions as required.
• Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used for machining work.
• Measure, examine and test completed parts to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Successfully complete Operator Safety Training of Powered Industrial Equipment Training Course.
• Significant overtime and weekend work required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance.
• Considerable knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality control.
• Ability to apply general rules to solve problems.
• Ability to stand, crouch, and bend for 8-hour shifts.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 Lbs. on occasion.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Education and Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience as a manual machinist.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

• 2 years: Horizontal Mill

Preferred

• 2 years: Knee Milling Machines
• 2 years: Vertical Turret Lathe
• 2 years: Horizontal Boring Mill

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