Tooling Machinist

Aluma-Form; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aluma Form Inc. is seeking a Tooling Machinist I in Memphis, TN. The role involves operating a variety of machine tools, setting up grinders, lathes, and mills, and supporting new tooling for product introductions. The position focuses on moderate complexity projects with impact on project completion.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must have strong coordination and mechanical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in math and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains lathe and milling machines.
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples for accuracy.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping.

Skills

Coordination

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Written/verbal communication

Math proficiency

Computer literacy

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machine tool experience

Job description

Job Details

Location: Memphis, TN 38118. Position type: Full Time. Education level: High School. Travel: None. Shift: Any. Category: Skilled Labor - Trades.

Position Summary

Aluma Form Inc. is seeking a Tooling Machinist I. The Tooling Machinist I is responsible for operating a wide variety of machine tools, setting up grinders, lathes, mills and other equipment as required. They support new tooling for new product introductions to ensure the robustness of product builds and work on many phases or sub‑tasks of projects or entire projects of moderate complexity, with results impacting project completion.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains lathe and milling machines.
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping.
• Selects appropriate machine and settings for a given task.
• Plans proper sequence of tasks to complete the assignment.
• Monitors production, adjusting feed and other settings as necessary.
• Maintains inventory of completed products.
• Checks output for quality assurance and documents or discards defects.
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in math.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
• Working knowledge of safety protocols.
• High school degree or equivalent.
• Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.
• Apprenticeship or vocational training preferred.