Manual Machinist | Machinist | Manufacturing

Manual Machinist Department: Machine Division (MAC)

Employment Type: Full Time

Description HOLT CAT in Kilgore, Texas is looking for a experienced Machinist for our heavy construction equipment shop. The Machinist performs all standard machining repairs on heavy equipment or components in a shop environment. Demonstrates a willingness to help in other areas when needed. Must be able to lay out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm. Demonstrates well developed technical skills and performs most standard machine jobs and repairs

Performs all types of machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair machine parts, equipment, and components

Lays out tasks, reads and interprets blueprints and technical publications, designs and draws working sketches

Works as a member of a team to provide basic mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals

Performs routine operational checks on repair work and functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery

Works overtime as required by workload and customers' needs

Maintains all company equipment, tools, and work areas in a good, clean, and working order

Act as a team leader on large projects

Provides significant task and behavior-oriented supervision to other Machinists

Provides assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Machinists

Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Extensive knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance

Extensive knowledge of current computer software, SIS, and ability to teach others

Excellent work habits, accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of work

Effective influencing skills which include motivating and developing customers and employees

Ability to run and maintain all machining equipment including CNC machines in the shop

Ability to be assigned tasks and complete them with no further supervision

Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work

Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and equipment to help perform the job

Ability to perform basic welding and torch cutting

Has met HDSI requirements for preceding Machinist levels; Ongoing Safety Training

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent, accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program is preferred

Travel: Up to 10% travel may be required

Communicates with customers, service managers, and co-workers

Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment

Frequently lifts and moves materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment

Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment

Regularly works indoors around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity

Works in an enclosed and open vehicle or equipment

Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment