Position Summary:
As a Manual Machinist you will use manual machine tools to create or repair precision metal parts. This includes setting up and operating machines, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet specifications.

Responsibilities also include maintenance, troubleshooting, and adhering to safety protocols. You will conduct in-process inspection. Dismantle set-ups and return tools to proper location upon completion. Report discrepancies of blueprint dimensions to Machine Shop Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years in manual machining.
• Strong knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an intermediate understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.
• Strong knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various machines.
• Ability and willingness to train others in measurement, tooling, and problem solving.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to communicate in English (both written & oral) as it relates to the job.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours as necessary.
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to produce high-quality work.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• CNC Machining a plus.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Ability to communicate effectively with other team members as well as management and engineering.
• Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on manual machines.
• Responsible for loading parts, operating controls, simple edits, deburring, and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
• Ensures machines are properly set up and adjusted for specific tasks, including tool alignment, work piece securing, and speed/feed adjustments.
• Turning, milling drilling, shaping, broaching, and grinding materials to precise specifications.
• Verifying that finished parts meet required tolerances and specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Measures and marks dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as a guide for subsequent machining.
• Read and understand blueprints, sketches, and product specifications to determine the sequence of operations and required dimensions.
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
• Within the scope of the job requirements, will be required to adhere and comply with state and federal law, Company policies, and Safety and Environmental Regulations
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.