Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Use precision tools, machinery, and equipment such as lathes, manual milling machines, drill presses, hydraulic presses, band saws, 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
Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints of work to be performed and follows instructions
Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given tasks
Operates 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
Ability to track parts and jobs in Travelers
Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining a 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 Industrial Lathes, Grinders, Boring Mills, Planers, and Portable tools
Turn, Drill, Tap, Bore, Hone, Polish and Threading machine processes
Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
Forklift and Crane experience preferred