Manual Machinist

Job Description

Job Title: Manual Machinist

Department: CV/LV FLSA Job Status:

Location: Total Valve

POSITION SUMMARY: Produces machined parts by setting up and operating a machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. This machinist will produce precision parts used in industrial sectors. Will involve fabrication, modifying and repair of valve components.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Experienced machinist responsible for manually operating machines and producing complex production and parts to high tolerance design specifications in an accurate and timely manner

· Operates all equipment and tools with the utmost attention to safety.

· Capable of reading and understanding: outside and inside micrometers, Vernier calipers, Vernier height and depth gauges.

· Operates manual horizontal and vertical milling and lathe machining.

· Studies blueprints, drawings, schematics, engineering information, or sample parts to determine product dimensions and tolerances as well as best method and sequence of operations needed to fabricate parts.

· Selects appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used for machining work.

· Aligns / secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials onto machines

· Sets up and operates various mills and/or lathes.

· Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.

· Verifying correct material

· Assist in other areas as needed.

· Single point threading

Accountabilities of All Employees:

· Using your best efforts and full capability daily to the work assigned to you by your manager.

· Advising your manager if you do not understand the work they have assigned to you, or if the assignment does not fit with your knowledge of the circumstances, current skills or available time and resources.

· Advising your manager of any situation or obstacles that could keep you from accomplishing the work assigned to you.

· Advising your manager of any situations or opportunities that could help you complete or improve the work assigned to you.

· Demonstrating work behaviors consistent with the company values and work within prescribed boundaries, including company policies, standards, procedures and any legislative requirements.

· Seeking special consideration from your manager when unable to work at your best.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Maintains safe operations by keeping work area clean and organized and by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

· Maintains equipment by completing basic preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; initiating repair work orders.

· Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Documents actions by completing required paper and/or electronic logs.

· Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.

· Participate in required meetings and training.

· Some overtime and weekend.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· N/A

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

· Must have Manual Machine Experience

· Strong Mechanical Aptitude

Language Skills:

· Ability to read and interpret common scientific and technical journals and blueprints.

Mathematical Skills:

· Ability to apply concepts such as basic fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Computer & Software Skills:

· Must be able use personal computer to access and retrieve information.

Reasoning Ability:

· Above-Average Mechanical Reasoning Ability

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES and REGISTRATIONS:

· N/A

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

· Minimal

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The table below illustrates the frequency and types of physical requirements for this job.

Physical Requirements Frequency

Required to lift/carry objects weighing less than 15 pounds routinely (26% - 75%)

Lift/carry objects weighing between 15 and 44 pounds rarely (0% - 5%)

Required to lift/carry objects weighing 45 pounds and over rarely (0% - 5%)

Stand often (> 75%)

Walk routinely (26% - 75%)

Kneel or sit rarely (0% - 5%)

Climb rarely (0% - 5%)

Reach above the shoulders routinely (26% - 75%)

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls routinely (26% - 75%)

Vision - close often (> 75%)

Vision - distant rarely (0% - 5%)

Vision – color perception rarely (0% - 5%)

Repetitive Motion / Repetitive Work routinely (26% - 75%)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The table below illustrates the frequency and elements the work environment for this job.

Element Frequency

Exposure to moving mechanical parts often (> 75%)

Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals rarely (0% - 5%)

Risk of Electrical Shock rarely (0% - 5%)

Nominal Noise Level 81 db

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person