Heavy Industrial Manual Machinist

Temp to Perm
Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments
Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints and follow instructions
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
Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
Operate and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
Use gauges and precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
Communicates with others to coordinate work in plant
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Machining Skills

Familiarity with the use of: Heavy Duty Horizontal Lathes, Milling Machines, Horizontal Boring Mills, Vertical Turning Lathes, Planers, Grinders, Drill Presses, Hydraulic Presses, Band Saws, and Portable Tools
Turning, Drilling, Tapping, Boring, Honing, Polishing machine processes
Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
In-place machining experience is desired
Forklift and Crane experience preferred
Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
5 to 10 years of related experience is preferred.
Language skills - effectively communicate and understand job instructions verbally and written in English. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner
Ability and willingness to learn
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret various technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
A strong, proven interest in engineering and mechanical systems
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Ability to read precision measuring tools
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to work independently and as part as a team
Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel