Machine Shop Helper

Machinist HelperEducation Preferred - High School Diploma or GEDSchedule: Rotating 10-Hour Shifts; 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 4:00 PM to 2:30 AMTop Required Skills:Previous general manufacturing experience must be listed on resumeThis is for a helper position, so previous CNC experience is not requiredMust have stable work tenure; avoid submitting any job hoppersMust have a high willingness to learnMust be reliable/dependableMust have a good attendance record and place importance on punctualityMust have great communication skills (written & verbal)All interviews will be conducted in-person. Candidates must have immediate availability to start if selected.Job Summary:The Machinist Helper works under the direction of CNC machinists, supervisors, and other experienced manufacturing personnel and is expected to maintain a safe, clean, organized, and productive work environment.Job Responsibilities:Assist CNC machinists with daily machining and production activities.Load and unload parts, raw material, tooling, and fixtures as directed.Assist with moving material and completed components between manufacturing operations.Clean and prepare parts before and after machining operations.Remove chips, debris, cutting fluids, and other contaminants from completed components as required.Perform basic deburring, cleaning, and part preparation using approved tools and methods.Assist machinists with tooling, inserts, jaws, chucks, fixtures, and other workholding equipment.Stage materials, tooling, gauges, and documentation required for upcoming jobs.Assist with basic machine cleaning and routine operator maintenance as directed.Maintain coolant levels and remove chips from machines and work areas as assigned.Learn basic CNC lathe operation and machining terminology through hands-on training.Assist with basic dimensional inspections under the direction of qualified personnel.Use basic measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges when trained and authorized.Follow job travelers, work instructions, and production documentation.Identify and report damaged parts, tooling, equipment, or other abnormal conditions to the appropriate machinist or supervisor.Perform phosphate coating of manufactured components according to established procedures and work instructions.Prepare parts for phosphate coating by cleaning, degreasing, rinsing, or performing other required surface-preparation processes.Load and unload components into phosphate coating tanks or processing equipment using approved handling methods.Follow the required processing sequence, immersion times, temperatures, and other established process parameters.Monitor phosphate coating solutions and process conditions as required by established procedures.Perform required process checks and accurately document results.Inspect coated components for proper coverage, appearance, cleanliness, and other specified requirements.Properly rinse, dry, preserve, and handle components following the phosphate coating process.Prevent contamination, damage, corrosion, or improper handling of processed components.Maintain phosphate tanks, processing areas, racks, baskets, and related equipment in a clean and orderly condition.Notify the supervisor or appropriate personnel when process conditions are outside established limits.Follow established procedures for handling and identifying nonconforming components.Follow all applicable procedures for the safe handling, storage, labeling, and disposal of chemicals and process materials.Review and follow applicable Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical-handling requirements.Wear required PPE when performing phosphate coating, chemical handling, cleaning, and related activities.Immediately report chemical spills, leaks, equipment problems, or unsafe conditions.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with applicable housekeeping requirements.Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.Properly use and care for company tools, equipment, gauges, and PPE.Accurately complete required production and process documentation.Work effectively with machining, quality, maintenance, and other manufacturing personnel.Meet established safety, quality, productivity, and delivery expectations.Participate in required safety, quality, chemical-handling, and job-specific training.Perform other manufacturing and shop-support duties as assigned.Qualifications:High school diploma or GED.Previous manufacturing or machine-shop experience preferred but not required.Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions.Ability to perform basic shop mathematics.Ability to learn the proper use of basic measuring and inspection equipment.Ability to accurately complete production and process documentation.Ability to safely handle manufactured components, tooling, and shop equipment.Ability to follow chemical-handling procedures and applicable SDS requirements.Ability to work safely around CNC machinery, chemicals, metal chips, cutting fluids, and industrial equipment.Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a manufacturing team.