Machinist I - Entry Level

Primetals Technologies•Decatur, AL
•Onsite

About The Position

Primetals Technologies USA, LLC is seeking a Machinist I for its Decatur, Alabama facility. The posting describes the position as a 3rd-shift, mid-level machining role. The machinist sets up and operates CNC machines and may also operate manual lathes, mills, and profile machines. Work involves machining parts to ordinary tolerances, using drawings and written instructions, and may include creating replacement or new parts and repairing existing parts and equipment. No programming experience is required, though applicants with programming capabilities receive priority consideration. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen, and have at least two years of machining experience or equivalent certification. Classification and base pay depend on skillset and prior experience. The company describes a range of employee benefits and states its commitment to equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen.
  • Minimum of two years of machining experience or equivalent certification.
  • Requires extensive knowledge of various metals and measurements used in machining processes.

Nice To Haves

  • Programming capabilities receive priority consideration; programming experience is not required.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines.
  • May operate manual machines such as lathes, mills, and profile machines.
  • Monitor work to ensure that machines are operating properly.
  • Use drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts and to repair existing parts and equipment.
  • Determine dimensions and tolerances, machining sequences, and required machines by studying specifications such as blueprints, sketches, damaged parts, or descriptions.
  • Compute cutting speeds, feed rates, and dimensions.
  • Prepare and preset tools needed for machining operations.
  • Rig and transport large parts and equipment by crane.
  • Inspect machined work pieces to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Perform housekeeping of the machine and work area.
  • Perform daily machine maintenance checks.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Life and accidental death insurance
  • Tool purchase program
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Education reimbursement
  • Quarterly bonus
  • Employee referral bonuses
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