Machinist (2nd Shift)

Emerson•Gonzales, LA

2d•$30 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Emerson is hiring a Machinist in Gonzales, Louisiana, to fabricate Fisher OEM control valve parts using a variety of machining techniques and equipment and to repair field-returned parts to OEM specifications. The role requires familiarity with manual and CNC lathe and mill operations, with safety and quality as key priorities. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, with a $1.00 shift differential. Pay is $30.29–$43.18 per hour, commensurate with experience. Overtime opportunities and a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates are available. Some travel may be required for potential field assignments using an in-line machine. The position offers trade-skill training and certification, a climate-controlled environment, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-funded life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) matching, parental leave, service bonus, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Emerson describes a culture focused on inclusion, collaboration, employee wellbeing, and career development.

Requirements

At least 2 years of machining experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
Legal authorization to work in the United States; the employer does not provide sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

A mechanical-related associate degree or 3 or more years of experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
At least 2 years of machining experience, including machine setup and operation.
Welding knowledge.
Experience in the process control industry.
Knowledge of analyzing, evaluating, diagnosing, and resolving equipment- and process-related problems.

Responsibilities

Be responsible for personal safety and the safety of others, and maintain excellent housekeeping standards.
Set up, indicate, and machine bar stock, forgings, and castings to manufacture Fisher parts to OEM print dimensions.
Cross-train on machines to help prevent interruptions in production flow, including engine lathes, manual drills, horizontal bandsaws, CNC lathes, VTLs, HBMs, and CNC mills.
Understand material hardness, cutting tools, speeds and feeds, coolant requirements, and machining techniques.
Interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T) on part drawings.
Potentially perform field assignments using an in-line machine; some travel may be required.
Follow all safety, quality, and environmental rules and regulations.
Fabricate Fisher OEM control valve parts and repair field-returned parts to OEM specifications.