Precision Machinist: Dies, Tools & Setup Expert

Mestek, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mestek, Inc. is seeking a Machinist A in North Carolina to support repair, maintenance, and creation of dies and fixtures. You will operate lathes, mills, grinders and other shop equipment, following prints and specs to produce precise parts.

Responsibilities include setting up machinery, selecting and sharpening tools, performing inspections with micrometers and calipers, and maintaining safe, organized work areas. Experience in machine shop and ability to lift 50 lbs preferred.

Qualifications

• High school or trade school diploma required.
• Machine shop experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Works from prints, specifications, charts, drawings and orders.
• Uses precision measuring instruments for dimensions and tolerances.
• Performs inspections with micrometers, calipers, scales and indicators.
• Sets up and operates lathes, milling machines and grinders.
• Selects, adjusts, changes and sharpens tools and fixtures.
• Adjusts speeds, feeds and travel of parts; sets stops and guides.
• Disassembles and reassembles dies; maintains fixtures and punches.
• Maintains inventory of commonly used parts and tools; reports low stock.
• Ensures safety rules are followed and 5S practices observed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mathematics

Follow instructions

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School or Trade School Graduate

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Depth gauges

Surface plate

Dial indicators

Hand tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Job description

Mestek, Inc. is seeking a Machinist A in North Carolina to support repair, maintenance, and creation of dies and fixtures. You will operate lathes, mills, grinders and other shop equipment, following prints and specs to produce precise parts.

Responsibilities include setting up machinery, selecting and sharpening tools, performing inspections with micrometers and calipers, and maintaining safe, organized work areas. Experience in machine shop and ability to lift 50 lbs preferred.