Job Title: Manual Industrial Machinist
Location: North Charleston, SC
Pay: $20 - $35 / hour (Depending on Experience)
Job Type: Full-Time
Overview: We have an immediate need for experienced Manual Industrial Machinists to join our team. If you have a passion for precision machining and are looking for a challenging and rewarding position, this may be the shop for you! Machinists set up and operate manual machines to confidently produce high-quality components with accuracy and efficiency. Machinists should be familiar with manually controlled machines and benchwork in the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools, and equipment.
Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
- Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints and follow instructions.
- Machine parts out of metal.
- Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling.
- Determine the proper tools required to perform given tasks.
- Operate and utilize lifting aids as necessary to perform work.
- Use gauges and precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
- Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment.
- Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends.
- Communicate with others to coordinate work in the plant.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Machining Skills:
- Familiarity with the use of: Heavy Duty Horizontal Lathes, Milling Machines, Horizontal Boring Mills, Vertical Turning Lathes, Planers, Grinders, Drill Presses, Hydraulic Presses, Band Saws, and Portable Tools.
- Turning, Drilling, Tapping, Boring, Honing, Polishing machine processes.
- Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.).
- In-place machining experience is desired.
- Forklift and Crane experience preferred.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1 to 3 years of related experience is preferred.
- Language skills: effectively communicate and understand job instructions verbally and written in English. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner.
- Ability and willingness to learn.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret various technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- A strong, proven interest in engineering and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Ability to read precision measuring tools.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. at a time when required.
- While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee will also be expected to spend time using a computer.
Safety & Environmental Factors:
Compliance with the company’s safety guidelines is crucial for maintaining a secure work environment. This role involves:
- Operating in a potentially hazardous environment requiring careful use of equipment.
- Physical activities including standing for long periods, maneuvering around machinery, and handling materials.
- Precise manual dexterity and occasional lifting of items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Benefits:
As part of the Ameri-Force team, employees are valued through our commitment to their well-being, supported by our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan Options
- Competitive Compensation
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE):
Ameri-Force is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Apply Now:
If you are a disciplined and skilled professional looking to advance your career in a dynamic environment, consider joining our team. Apply today to contribute to our tradition of precision and quality.
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