Job Description

Manual Machinist

Summary/Objective

The Manual Machinist sets up and operates manually controlled machines in skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools and equipment.

Responsibilities and Duties

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Manual Machinist performs a wide range of duties including some or all of the following:

Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
Read and interpret blueprints
Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
Use precision tools, machinery and equipment such as lathe, manual milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, band saw, and a variety of cutting tools and equipment
Fabricate and shape parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal.
Properly and safely select, align, secure and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines
Recognize, deploy and properly use inserts, fixtures and tooling
Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
Ability to track parts and jobs in company’s system
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience Requirements

2-3 years of machining experience
Basic computer skills

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of and experience with machine and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance
Design techniques, tools and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans and drawings
Metals and the quality and machinability and uses of metals, alloys and other materials
Mechanically inclined, and understand manufacturing techniques
Ability to prioritize, schedule and review work
Effectively and safely operate a variety of assigned tools and equipment
Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches and work orders to others
Maintain routine records
Ability to move or transfer products with a hoist or overhead crane.
Attention to detail
Ability to work on multiple priorities with frequent interruptions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently without daily supervision

Working Conditions

The work environment is in a manufacturing facility where noise level is usually moderate
Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
Requires the use of hands for simple handling, grasping and fine manipulations
Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds
Requires standing for long periods of time
Requires making repetitive motions while operating equipment.
Requires activities involving being around moving machinery

Work a standard work week but may be required to work some overtime

Benefits

Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, employee stock ownership plan, short term and long term disability and life insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Manual Machining: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

General Engineering Co Va

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