Manual Machinist

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About the role

A machinist needs to have manual dexterity, and eye for detail, knowledge of mathematics and mechanics, and respect for safety precautions.

Position Summary:

A Machinist is a professional that uses different techniques to create and make very precise metal parts. A machinist should be able to operate and maintain industrial machines, produce precision tools, interpret technical drawings and instructions, and ensure safety and quality standards. A machinist also needs to have manual dexterity, and eye for detail, knowledge of mathematics and mechanics, and respect for safety precautions.

Responsibilities:

Work closely and clearly communicate with the other departments, Machine personnel, Supervisor, and Lead Man

Capable of setting up & operating all machines in the shop (including large mills, lathes, tool post grinders, and other equipment)

Operate manual and automatic feeds to 0.0002" as required for final cuts

Complete assigned jobs start to finish with little or no supervision. This includes the ability to perform the following:

Read blueprints, drawings and sketches that may require intermediate math and problems solving skills to calculate dimensions not specified on print.

Have and maintain ability to use and operate the overhead cranes, torches, grinders and forklifts

Maintain LEAN objectives within the department

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

Experience as a Manual machinist

Experience with both CNC with manual experience

Field machinist

Manual Machinist

Shift:

Work hours are subject to change & will be determined by workload and shift coverage needs. Typically, Day Shift will start at 5:00AM or 7am and end at 3:30PM;
Typically, Night Shift will start at 3:30PM and will end at 12am or 2am.

Company Overview:

Sulzer Turbo Services (STS) is an independent provider of services and repairs of critical turbo machinery. We specialize in the repair, overhaul, and replacement of parts for high-speed rotating equipment such as steam and gas turbines, compressors, expanders, and other industrial rotating equipment found primarily in the Oil & Gas, Pipeline, Petrochemical, Ammonia, Nitric Acid, Fertilizer and Power Generation markets.

Position Summary:

A machinist needs to have manual dexterity, and eye for detail, knowledge of mathematics and mechanics, and respect for safety precautions.

Responsibilities:

* Work closely and clearly communicate with the other departments, Machine personnel, Supervisor, and Lead Man

* Capable of setting up & operating all machines in the shop (including large mills, lathes, tool post grinders, and other equipment)

* Operate manual and automatic feeds to 0.0002" as required for final cuts

* Complete assigned jobs start to finish with little or no supervision. This includes the ability to perform the following:

* Read blueprints, drawings and sketches that may require intermediate math and problems solving skills to calculate dimensions not specified on print.

* Have and maintain ability to use and operate the overhead cranes, torches, grinders and forklifts

* Maintain LEAN objectives within the department

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

* Experience as a Manual machinist

* Experience with both CNC with manual experience

* Field machinist

Do you have a question about the role?

Reach out to Jerome Blalack at  or Hiring Manager - Billy Bottera.

What we offer you

What we offer you:

* 11 Paid Holidays

* 15 Paid Time off (PTO) Days

* Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability

* 401k with 6% company match

* Employee Assistance Program

* Employee Wellness Program

* Bonus Programs

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

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