Machinist, Engine Lathe - 2nd Shift

MetalTek • Waukesha, WI

68d • $24 - $36

About The Position

The position involves setting up, adjusting, and operating various sizes and types of engine lathes, pullbores, trepan, and push boring machines. The machinist will operate multiple machines simultaneously and determine setups to ensure concentricity to very close tolerances over considerable lengths. Responsibilities include selecting speeds, feeds, and tooling, as well as determining the sequence of operations to meet dimensional and finish requirements. The machinist may need to improvise and grind tooling to accommodate varying materials and operating conditions. Additionally, the role involves making or assisting other machinists in setups, adjusting equipment based on unusual sounds or cutting problems, checking one's own work, and possibly assisting in the development of tooling for special purposes. Machine clean-outs may also be required to facilitate production.

Requirements

• Able to work from blueprints and specifications.
• Solid shop math background.
• Experience with a variety of precision measuring instruments.
• General knowledge of machining practices and set ups.
• 1-3 years machining experience.
• Familiar with use of crane and other lifting devices.
• Able to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate various sizes and types of engine lathes, pullbores, trepan and push boring machines.
• Operate various machines simultaneously.
• Determine set ups and set up to ensure concentricity to very close tolerance over considerable lengths.
• Select speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Determine sequence of operations to accomplish required dimensional and finish requirements.
• Improvise and grind tooling to meet varying materials and operating conditions.
• Make or assist other machinists in set ups.
• Adjust equipment as needed based on unusual sound, off standard or usual cutting problems.
• Check own work.
• Assist in development of tooling for special purposes.
• Perform machine clean-outs as needed to facilitate production.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees