Screw Machine Operator - 1st shift
About The Position
Responsible for directing, assisting, and leading a group of employees performing various machining operations. Ensures workflow efficiency, quality standards, and adherence to safety protocols. Performs minor machine adjustments and supports production continuity. Perform threading, grooving, chamfering, turning, tapping, reaming, serrating, boring, facing, drilling, and similar operations on departmental conventional machines excluding hand turret. Produce a variety of parts from a variety of materials. Make minor tooling adjustments and resets to maintain specified dimensions. Inspect first pieces and verify machine setup before releasing to operators. Adhere to machine safety procedures. Operate Single and Multi-Spindle Drill Presses and other conventional machines. Load castings and bar stock to maintain continuous machine operation. Wash and pack plated parts to support machine cycles. Use measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, verniers, scales) to verify part accuracy. Detect and report faulty operations or materials. Operate fork truck and hand trucks to move materials. Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area. Perform TPM activities including cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and tightening of bolts. Perform base clean outs as needed.
Requirements
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience in machining operations
- Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
- Only candidates residing within the immediate area of Syracuse, NY (50 miles) will be considered for this position
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
- Proficient in using measuring instruments and maintaining tolerances
- Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs
- Exposure to manufacturing environment including noise, dust, and temperature variations
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Responsibilities
- Directing, assisting, and leading a group of employees performing various machining operations
- Ensuring workflow efficiency, quality standards, and adherence to safety protocols
- Performing minor machine adjustments and supports production continuity
- Performing threading, grooving, chamfering, turning, tapping, reaming, serrating, boring, facing, drilling, and similar operations on departmental conventional machines excluding hand turret
- Producing a variety of parts from a variety of materials
- Making minor tooling adjustments and resets to maintain specified dimensions
- Inspecting first pieces and verify machine setup before releasing to operators
- Adhering to machine safety procedures
- Operating Single and Multi-Spindle Drill Presses and other conventional machines
- Loading castings and bar stock to maintain continuous machine operation
- Washing and pack plated parts to support machine cycles
- Using measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, verniers, scales) to verify part accuracy
- Detecting and reporting faulty operations or materials
- Operating fork truck and hand trucks to move materials
- Maintaining clean, safe, and organized work area
- Performing TPM activities including cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and tightening of bolts
- Performing base clean outs as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
