Manual Lathe Machinist

Granite Construction•Fremont, NE

About The Position

The Manual Lathe Machinist sets up and operates manually controlled machines, performing skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and alteration of water well pumps and machinery, machine parts, tools, and equipment under minimal supervision. The role operates manual lathes (not CNC), interprets blueprints, uses gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements, and fabricates parts from metal, plastics, and composites. The machinist also performs routine cleaning and light maintenance, follows safety procedures, and complies with quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions. The position requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Technical school certification is preferred, as is 3–5 years of manual lathe, equipment repair, and machinist experience. Physical duties include frequent standing, walking, sitting, hand-tool use, and reaching, as well as frequently lifting or moving up to 70 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Ability to read blueprints.
Commitment to safe, quality workmanship.
Proficiency in basic math.
Working knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
Good communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent lifting or moving up to 70 pounds and occasional lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.
Ability and willingness to abide by the Company's Code of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Technical school certification.
3–5 years of manual lathe, equipment repair, and machinist experience.

Responsibilities

Operate manual lathes; CNC operation is not part of the role.
Read and interpret blueprints.
Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
Use precision tools, machinery, and equipment, including lathes, vertical milling machines, drill presses, hydraulic presses, chop saws, band saws, push and pull broaches, and cutting tools.
Fabricate and shape metal, plastic, and composite tools and machine parts.
Select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials safely and properly.
Recognize and use inserts, fixtures, and tooling.
Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance on machinery and equipment.
Follow safety procedures and protocols and use best practices.
Comply with quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
Support corporate safety initiatives and comply with the Company's Code of Conduct.