Machinist 1 - MFG

TEXAS PIPE AND SUPPLY COMPANY•Shreveport, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves operating various machinery in a manufacturing environment. The Machinist 1 will be responsible for safely operating engine lathes, knee mills, and drill presses, working from prints, and learning basic tooling nomenclature and cost center procedures. The role also includes performing basic fixturing, creating hand sketches, and supervised operation of some CNC machines for complex tooling. Additional responsibilities include providing on-the-job training and adhering to safety policies. The role requires basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills, the ability to read a tape measure, manual dexterity, and the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds. Experience with the "Machinist Handbook" is also noted.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
Ability to read tape measure accurately.
Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.
Ability to reference the “Machinist Handbook” and implement as needed.
12 months experience (for detailed prints and basic fixturing).

Responsibilities

Safely operate engine lathe, knee mill, and drill press.
Work from simple or detailed prints.
Learn basic APP tooling nomenclature.
Learn cost center codes and time entry procedures.
Perform basic fixturing for manual machining operations.
Produce accurate hand sketches.
Supervised operation of some CNC machines used in the making of complex tooling.
Other duties as assigned.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
Provide on the job training to new employees as needed.
Follow all safety and health policies and procedures issued by the company.