Manual Machinist

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain manual machining equipment, including mills, lathes, drill presses, and other shop machinery.
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications to determine machining processes and requirements.
• Manufacture precision components to specified dimensions and tolerances using appropriate machining techniques.
• Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, gauges, and indicators, to verify part accuracy and quality.
• Inspect finished parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and tolerances, making adjustments as needed.
• Absorb with the mechanical assembly of components, subassemblies, and finished products.
• Troubleshoot machining and production issues, collaborating with Engineering, Quality, Paint, and Stockroom teams to improve processes and productivity.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, maintain maintenance and safety records, and ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Provide regular status updates on work in progress to supervisors and communicate any production concerns or delays.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years of experience as a manual machinist
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Proficiency using hand tools
• Understanding of machining principles and techniques
• Basic math skills for measurement and calculations
• Familiarity with FDA GMP/QSR and ISO 13485 standards
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lift and move components and materials as required (typically up to 50 lbs.)