Sr Manual Machinist - Night shift - Conroe, TX

Patterson-UTI; Conroe (TX); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Patterson-UTI in Conroe, TX seeks a Sr. Machinist to oversee work on a manual lathe, cutting mud motor parts. You will ensure every measurement is accurate and parts are usable after cutting, with visual inspection and QA/QC of all outputs.

The role reports to the Machine Shop Supervisor. You will train junior machinists, troubleshoot operations, perform maintenance, and help maintain a safe, organized shop environment, including lifting heavy parts and using PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 5 years of experience running a manual lathe.
• Must live within 1 hour driving distance of Conroe, TX.
• Ability to work on call rotation and overtime.
• Experience machining API/tapered connections.

Responsabilités

• Oversee inspection of parts produced or machined.
• Repair equipment in the machine shop.
• Provide QA/QC procedures during production.
• Troubleshoot machining operations independently.
• Perform secondary machining operations as required.
• Analyze component dimensions for efficiency.
• Assess worn parts for repair or replacement.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Train junior machinists and answer questions.
• Document inspections and test results.
• Maintain shop cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure equipment is clean and functional.
• Safely operate forklift to move equipment.
• Load machine with workpieces.
• Familiarity with CAD drawings and GD&T.
• Perform other related duties.

Connaissances

Manual lathe

Measuring tools

Blueprint reading

QA/QC

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

CAD drawings

Overhead crane

Description du poste

Brief Description
The Sr. Machinist will oversee work on a manual lathe which ensures cutting a variety of mud motor parts. All machinists should ensure each part of all measurements are accurate and that all parts are usable after cutting. This role is also responsible for visual inspection of all parts upon completion and QA/QC of all parts before being taken out of lathe.

Job Description
Location: Conroe, Texas
Brief Description
The Sr. Machinist will oversee work on a manual lathe which ensures cutting a variety of mud motor parts. All machinists should ensure each part of all measurements are accurate and that all parts are usable after cutting. This role is also responsible for visual inspection of all parts upon completion and QA/QC of all parts before being taken out of lathe.
The Sr. Machinist role will report directly to the Machine Shop Supervisor (Production Foreman).
Detailed Description

• Oversee inspection of all parts produced or machined
• Repair all equipment brought to the machine shop
• Provide effective QA/QC procedures during production
• Ability to work independently in troubleshooting and resolving problems concerning machining operations
• Perform secondary machining operations on components parts as required
• Perform detailed analysis of the component parts configuration/dimensions to determine efficiency in machining operations required for production
• Assess worn parts to determine whether they need to be repaired or replaced
• Work with engineering and fellow supervisory personnel to troubleshoot and resolve design equipment and work through operating difficulties
• Perform preventive maintenance duties as scheduled by the maintenance department
• Provide training of lower-level machinists, answering work questions, resolving operating difficulties and reviewing completed work assignments
• Document inspections, test results, repair work done
• Oversee cleanliness and organization of the shop
• Ensure that all equipment is clean and in good working order
• Safely operate forklift to move equipment around the yard
• Load machine with workpieces or raw materials
• Strong familiarity with CAD drawings and geometric dimensioning testing
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Solid experience using various measuring equipment
• Ability to operate an overhead crane
• Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of reporting ongoing work activities to coworkers and third party
• Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
• Knowledge and experience with tools and materials
• Broad knowledge of machining techniques to perform advanced setup operations
• Proficient in the use of cutting tools & measuring equipment
• Ability to read and understand blueprints drawings
• Ability to work independently to troubleshoot and resolve problems concerning machining operations and tools
• Ability to lead by example and be a good mentor to junior employees
• Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills, including ability to promptly give and follow directions when working with others
• Ability to handle multiple projects and supervisors at once
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills including ability to interact productively with coworkers and third parties
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools to perform a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools
• Ability to safely navigate the shop work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather)
• Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while potentially walking on uneven surfaces
• Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to field and operational work areas
• Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems
• Stay alert and focused up including occasional extended work periods
• Must be willing and able to be on call after hours and work on weekends
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times
• Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 5+ years of experience running a manual lathe
• Must live within a 1 hour driving distance of the shop (Conroe, TX)
• Availability to work on call rotation as well as overtime
• Experience machining API connections and/or tapered connections.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience training junior machinists

Additional Details
T h e Sr. Machinist must w ork w ith an e m p h asis o n s a fety for th e m s el v es and o t hers including co w orkers a n d third parties. The typical work environment will be in the shop or field which will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals and airborne particles.
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