Manual Machinist (Part Time)

Horner Industrial Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Horner Industrial Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Manual Machinist to safely operate lathes, mills and related equipment in a shop setting. You will read blueprints, measure parts with micrometers and calipers, and ensure precise tolerances while documenting data for every job.

The role may require overtime and work at customer locations as needed; the ideal candidate has HS diploma or better and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Ability to measure using micrometers and calipers with accuracy.
• Basic math for tolerances, fits and data recording.
• Work independently and as part of a team; meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate machining equipment including lathes and milling machines.
• Read blueprints and calculate tolerances from measurements.
• Document measurements and calculations on forms.
• Perform turning, boring and thread-cutting tasks as needed.
• Maintain quality and safety standards in a shop environment.

Skills

Reading blueprints/drawings

Measuring with micrometers/calipers

Problem solving

Independence and teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade certificate/Associates in electrical/mechanical preferred

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Drill presses

Surface grinders

Hydraulic presses

Welders (MIG/TIG/ARC)

Broaching machines

Calipers/micrometers

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Manual Machinist Job Code: HRJD - 003Department: Machining Services FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-exemptSupervisor: Shop SupervisorDay Shift: 7am to 3:30 pmOT and Weekends as Needed

GENERAL SUMARY:

Primary duties include, but are not limited to; safely operating various machining tools such as lathes, mills, presses, grinders, saws, drills, boring tools, welders, broaches and metal spray units to repair existing or create replacement parts for mechanical assemblies or to fabricate new parts from drawings and/or specifications. Use measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers and bearing bore gauges along with proper techniques to determine correct sizing. Record all data necessary to produce expected service and/or design results. May require work both in shop and at various customer locations with overtime as needed.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Accurately operate various machining equipment that may include but not be limited to:
• Vertical and horizontal lathes.
• Milling machines.
• Drill presses.
• Surface grinders / sanders.
• Hydraulic presses.
• Metal spray torches.
• Broaching machines.
• Welders including MIG, TIG, ARC/Stick, Oxy Acety.
• Chop Saws / Band saws
• Dynamic Balancing Equipment
• Reads blue prints and/or draft drawings & specifications
• Accurately uses measuring devices such as outside micrometers, calipers, inside micrometers, bore gauges, feeler gauges, rules, etc. to read and record sizes of equipment and component parts.
• Calibrates devices per approved standards, if self calibration is required.
• Accurately calculate tolerances and fits based upon measurements made.
• Documents all calculations & measurements on applicable forms.

• Perform assigned machining tasks that may include but are not be limited to:
• Turning shaft or bulk stock.
• Milling key ways.
• Turning and cutting threads.
• Boring cylinders
• Metal Spray of bearing fit areas.
• Welding cast iron, various grades of steel, aluminum, copper, brass.
• Using hydraulic press to remove items from housings, etc.
• Drilling, grinding, sanding, etc.
• Dynamic balancing of rotational equipment

• Operate appropriate equipment safely and competently to perform job,
• Other duties as assigned and/or required to support the company’s goals and objectives

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or the Equivalent. A Certificate or Associates Degree in an electrical / mechanical related field preferred; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to problem solve in non-standardized situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to relate and interact with associates at all levels
• Ability to become knowledgeable of all facets of the company, including technical aspects

• Must demonstrate basic verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Must be able to maintain a high sense of urgency to meet project deadlines

• Must be able to perform essential functions of job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Employee is required to: sit, stand, talk, see, and hear.

In Terms of an 8 hour workday,

• On the job employees must: Not at all Occasionally(<2 hours) Frequently(2-5 hours) Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Stand X
• Bend/Stoop/Kneel/Climb X
• Reach above shoulder level X
• Balance X
• Push/Pull X
• Use hands/fingers to handle/feel X
• Repetitive operations X

During work the employee must lift and/or push/pull:

• On the job employees must lift: Not at all Occasionally(<2 hours) Frequently(2-5 hours) Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Up to 25 pounds X
• Up to 50 pounds X
• Up to 75 pounds X

This position works near moving mechanical parts

This position has special vision requirements:

Color vision – ability to identify and distinguish colors.Close vision – clear vision at 20 inches or less.Distance vision – clear vision at 20 feet or more.Peripheral vision – ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down and/or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point.Ability to adjust focus – adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

The noise level that is typical for the work environment of this position is

Moderate to High noise (examples: industrial production)