Senior Manual Machinist - Slidell, LA

Altrad Sparrows – Americas, Recruitment; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team within a global leader in engineering and maintenance services! As a Senior Manual Machinist, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the performance and reliability of critical equipment. Your expertise will be vital in analyzing specifications, selecting machines, and maintaining quality control throughout the manufacturing process. This position offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment that values respect, teamwork, and innovation. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a thriving industry, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail required.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze samples and drawings to understand specifications.
• Monitor machine operations and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Blueprint Reading

Mathematical Skills

Education

Vocational School or Apprenticeship

Tools

Lathes

Grinders

Precision Tools (e.g., Calipers)

Job description

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Join Our Dynamic Team at Altrad Sparrows!

Are you ready to dive into an exciting career with a global leader?

Altrad Sparrows, a part of Altrad Group, is a global provider of specialist engineering, inspection, operations and maintenance services to the offshore energy, renewables and industrial markets. Our solutions support our clients to optimize their efficiency by ensuring the performance, reliability and safety of critical equipment and people.

With our headquarters in France, we employ over 52,000 people across numerous operational locations within the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.

Position: Senior Manual machinist

Main Responsibilities:

• Review Specifications: Analyze samples, drawings, or instructions to understand output specifications.
• Measurement and Marking: Take precise measurements and mark materials for cutting or shaping.
• Job Planning: Plan the sequence of actions necessary for job completion.
• Machine Selection: Choose appropriate machines (e.g., lathes) and position or load materials accordingly.
• Machine Monitoring: Monitor machine operations to adjust feed rates, maintain temperature, and identify any issues.
• Batch Programming: Determine and program the size of batches and the speed of the machine.
• Quality Control: Monitor output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard any defective items.
• Maintenance and Repair: Perform routine maintenance on machines and repair minor damages as needed.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Vocational school or apprenticeship preferred.
• Dexterity and Attention to Detail: Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Tool Experience: Experience using and/or programming manual, semi-automated, or automated tools and machines (e.g., lathes, grinders).
• Precision Measurement: Ability to use precision tools (e.g., calipers) for accurate measurements.
• Blueprint Reading: Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Material Knowledge: Knowledge of metal properties and other materials.
• Mathematical Skills: Outstanding mathematical skills and analytical abilities.
• Physical Stamina: Physical strength and stamina to lift heavy items.
  
  

WE OFFER:

A Commitment to Excellence: We support the global energy industry by optimizing the performance, reliability, and safety of critical equipment and people through our engineered products and services.

Growth Opportunities: As a leading energy services contractor, we provide high-quality specialist equipment and integrated engineering services, ensuring our employees are part of a growing and dynamic team.

Core Values: We foster a workplace built on Respect, where everyone is valued; Solidarity, promoting teamwork and collaboration; Courage, encouraging innovative thinking; Humility, embracing diverse perspectives; and Conviviality, creating a positive and inclusive environment.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• Candidates applying for US based positions must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship""
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Railroad Equipment Manufacturing and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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