Manual Machinist

Job Description

Job Overview:

The Machinist IV is responsible for operating machinery to support production of many different wheels, axles, and various tooling needs while maintaining safe work practices and assisting the Manufacturing team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Manual Machinist will be responsible for the following:

Machine parts to specifications using tools such as lathes and milling machines

Read blueprints, drawings, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work

Perform dimensional layout on all machined parts to confirm conformity to prints and other routing instructions. Ensure applicable documentation is complete ie sign off on job card, SIS (Source Inspections Sheets) etc., and computer entry

Load and touch off tooling applicable to program

Identify multiple surface finishes

Deburr and stamp parts to specifications

Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, jaw attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines

Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly