Surface Machinist

Warrior Met Coal Inc; Brookwood (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Warrior Met Coal Inc. is seeking a Surface Machinist to operate and maintain precision metalworking equipment at our Brookwood, Alabama site. You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and work with various machines while complying with safety policies and procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability in a mining environment. Candidates should be prepared for physical tasks, long shifts, and potential travel within the plant for maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Alabama Hoist Operator certification.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret precision measuring tools.
• Pass hydraulic and welding abilities test.
• Able to stand long shifts and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, CNC machines, torches and welders.
• Work safely in confined spaces and at heights.
• Maintain clean and organized work area with good housekeeping.
• Use hand tools and machinery as needed.
• Follow safety regulations and procedures.
• Operate other equipment as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Alabama Hoist Operator Certification

Job description

We are seeking a Surface Machinist for our operations near Brookwood, Alabama. We expect this person to be a role model for the “Warrior Way” and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork.

Who We Are:

All teammates are required to work in a manner that exemplifies the “Warrior Way” - Safer, Accountability, Follow Through, Excellence, Responsibility. Mining positions may be required to work various shifts, rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. We provide a generous compensation and benefits package, including incentive plans, 401(k), paid time off and company paid medical, dental and vision care.

About the Role:

As a Surface Machinist, you will perform various tasks related to operating and maintaining machinery to produce precision metal parts and instruments. The Surface Machinist will work closely with supervisors and other team members to maintain a safe work environment while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Operating various equipment such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, CNC machines, torches and welders of various types
• Working in confined spaces and heights potentially more than 100’ from the ground (with harness)
• Cleaning, shoveling, and utilizing high pressure hose to maintain a safe work area.
• Will be required to operate various hand tools and machinery.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations.
• Preserves a safe and clean work environment by keeping trash picked up and practicing good housekeeping standards in work areas.
• May be required to operate other equipment on a temporary basis.
• Other duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

Who You are:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a certified Alabama Hoist Operator
• Must pass hydraulic and welding abilities test administered by WMC training center
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers and various gauges to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Maintain good punctuality and attendance.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a mining environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other team members and supervisors.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good organizational, time management and multitasking skills.

Environment and Safety

• Ensure adherence to State, Federal and Company workplace policies and standard work procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk control.
• Maintain a high level of Safety performance through effective communication, monitoring, and revision of standard work procedures.
• Identify and report safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries, and property damage at the workplace.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled safety meetings and training.
• Ensure adherence to environmental policy, work standards, management plans and regulatory obligations and requirements.

Physical Requirements – Mining Operations:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces.
• Must be able to sit for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles.
• Must be able to walk for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Will need to walk through different areas of the work area with different amounts of clearance and headroom.
• Walking ability will be based on SCSR emergency evacuation plan required and approved by MSHA.
• Must be able to wear the required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA.
• Must be able to bend or stoop for a full work period because of varying work heights.
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders.
• Must be able to do repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have quick reflex movements of the arms and legs as well as good hand to eye coordination.
• Must be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.