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