Machinist (Manual and CNC) - Hydraulics

Weisiger Group•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Machinist’s primary function is to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, rebuild, and test hydraulic components. The role emphasizes machining, fabricating, and welding hydraulic cylinder parts, as well as general machining and repair. The employee uses manual lathes and mills and performs precise measurements to meet OEM standards. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Employees are expected to follow safety guidelines, maintain a clean and safe work environment, document work and measurements, secure equipment, and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions. This role involves regular standing, walking, handling and feeling objects, reaching, and talking or hearing. Employees occasionally climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use their senses of taste or smell. The job frequently requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving up to 25 pounds. Depending on the site, the work environment may include moving mechanical parts and equipment, occasional exposure to heights, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, vibration, wet or humid conditions, chemicals, temperature extremes, electrical-shock risk, and occasional loud noise.

Requirements

Experience with manual machining and welding processes.
Strong understanding of hydraulic cylinder construction and repair.
Ability to read technical drawings and apply precise measurements.
Basic computer skills to use Caterpillar SIS 2.0 and company-related systems.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Ability to safely operate equipment.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently moving up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Caterpillar and OEM specifications.

Responsibilities

Operate manual lathes and milling machines to fabricate and repair hydraulic components.
Weld and fabricate cylinder rods and barrels.
Use precision measuring tools to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with specifications.
Disassemble and inspect components to determine whether they need repair or can be reused.
Prepare surfaces for machining and welding through polishing, honing, and cleaning.
Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and measurements taken.
Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform general housekeeping duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.