Port Arthur, TX
Order: 1179975
The Machinist I will report to the Site Supervisor. The job duties consist of running various shop machines including lathes, mill machines, horizontal, milling, drilling, boring, grinding, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Calculate dimensions & tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
• Operate various types of machine tools to perform progressive machining.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
• Quality assurance. Inspect machinery for needed repairs, documents them, make minor repairs.
• Maintain log of time spent on jobs.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean work area and shop.
• Read and use machinist scales and indicators.
• Follow and adhere to all safety rules, regulations. Wear appropriate PPE.
• Follow and adhere to all quality protocols.
• Has the knowledge and ability to run multiple machines in the shop independently without any assistance or training.
• Ability to effectively train other Machinist Apprentice or Machinist II employees on various machines.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:
• High School Diploma/GED and/or Equivalent work experience
• Manufacturing or shop experience (8-10 years)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Read and write English; demonstrated command of basic math skills; read and interpret measuring devices, read and interpret drawings.
• Convert fractions to decimals, able to read machinist scales.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with a team.
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Technical Skill and Competence.