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Lathe Machinist

$30 - $50 per hour

Jobot

We’re hiring a skilled Manual Machinist to machine custom aluminum and steel tools and fixtures that support our production, working with precision on lathes, mills, and shop equipment. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Amanda Preston Salary: $30 - $50 per hour A bit about us Join a growing team at a booming manufacturing company Why join us Competitive Compensation and Benefits Job Details Are you a skilled machinist with a knack for precision and an eye for detail? We are currently seeking a highly experienced Manual Machinist to join our dynamic team in the manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for the creation and modification of custom parts and assemblies, ensuring that all work meets the high standards of quality and precision that our company is known for. This is a full-time, permanent role that offers the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and rewarding projects. Responsibilities

  1. Reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications to determine sequence of operations, setup requirements, and optimal methods of fabrication.
  2. Operating a variety of manual machines such as lathes, mills, drills, and grinders to produce high-quality parts and assemblies.
  3. Performing complex setup and alignment of parts using precision measurement tools.
  4. Inspecting and verifying the dimensions of parts using micrometers, verniers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
  5. Troubleshooting and resolving machining problems during the production process, ensuring that all work meets or exceeds specified tolerances.
  6. Maintaining a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all company policies and safety regulations.
  7. Collaborating with team members and other departments to improve processes, enhance quality, and meet production deadlines.
Qualifications
  1. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Manual Machinist in a manufacturing or production environment.
  2. Proficiency in operating manual machines such as lathes, mills, drills, and grinders.
  3. Strong knowledge of machining principles, tooling, and materials.
  4. Excellent ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications.
  5. Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
  6. Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot machining issues.
  7. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
  8. A commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
  9. A high school diploma or equivalent, with a trade certification in Machining or a related field being a strong asset.
If you are a skilled Manual Machinist who is passionate about creating high-quality parts and assemblies, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team, work on exciting projects, and take your career to the next level. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot

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