Manual Machinist

About the Role

L&S Electric is looking for a Manual Machinist for the 1st shift. We are seeking a self-motivated team member who has strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, likes to work with their hands, and has the ability to work independently and multitask. L&S is willing to train for this position from entry level if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all machining required on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Provide detailed drawings.
• Know, understand, and use correct quality standards, documentation, repair techniques, and job products/materials.
• Assist supervisor in determining the best way to properly machine products.
• Promote a strong safety culture and good company image.
• Conduct daily/weekly maintenance inspections for equipment and record results.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures including quality (ISO 9001), safety, and environmental.
• Use all machine shop equipment with required knowledge and skills.
• Instruct lower crafts personnel.
• Assist other shop departments with skilled or non-skilled duties as directed by supervisor or shop manager.
• Be available for on-call rotation for weekend work.
• Work overtime as designated by supervisor and by job requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Math including basic calculator functions as related to machining.
• Ability to read and understand job cards and descriptions of work to be carried out.
• Calibrate, record calibration, and operate precision measurement equipment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekdays, and weekends to meet customer service requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding experience.
• 2-year associate's degree in machine tooling techniques or equivalent experience in machining.
• Previous experience operating manual lathes, including facing, boring, drilling, single point threading, and grooving.
• Experience with rigging and lifting heavy loads, and operating overhead cranes.
• Forklift experience.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Able to stand on cement floors for up to 10 hours.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of heavy objects with the assistance of an overhead crane.
• Uneven or slippery walking surfaces.
• Able to wear proper PPE (i.e., hearing protection, safety glasses, hard hat, etc.).

Benefits

• Health First: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Peace of Mind: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Financial Well-being: 401(k) with generous match.
• Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.
• Your Tools, On Us: Safety glasses and shoe programs.
• More Than a Paycheck: Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program at no cost.