Machinist - Midland, TX

Shift: Day Shift

PRIMARY DUTIES

·        Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

·        Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; trimming heads.

·        Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.

·        Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.

·        Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

·        Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

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

·        Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

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

·        Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

·        Knowledge of tolerance interpretations and able to read all aspects of machine drawings.

REQUIREMENTS

·        Additional technical training a plus

·        Must have own tools and have experience hollow spindle lathe.

·        3+ years of experience as a manual machinist, experience with tooling with emphasis on API-7 Q1 threading.

·        Requires working knowledge of controls and instrumentation, conceptual skills, functional and technical skills, attention to detail, good verbal communication skills, ability to use good judgment and understanding of supply management.

·        Ability to work overtime including weekends and holidays as needed