Weekend Night Manual Radial Drill Machinist
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We are looking for an experienced Manual Radial Drill Machinist to set up and operate radial drilling equipment to produce accurate holes and tapped openings in a variety of metal components. The ideal candidate will have strong manual radial drill experience, good mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work accurately while maintaining production schedules.
Responsibilities
- Wear required PPE and follow all company safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job specifications to determine required dimensions and machining requirements.
- Set up parts and complete layouts according to blueprints and specifications.
- Set up and operate Manual Radial Drills to drill and tap a variety of hole sizes in different types of metals while maintaining close tolerances.
- Select and use appropriate tooling and equipment for required drilling and tapping operations.
- Measure parts using tape measures, dial calipers, dial indicators, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
- Operate a drive gun to remove tube stubs from rework parts.
- Remove slag and excess material using grinders.
- Operate overhead cranes regularly to safely load, position, and remove parts from machines.
- Cut supports and other materials to required lengths using a hot saw.
- Occasionally operate forklifts when trained and authorized.
- Inspect work and identify dimensional or machining issues.
- Troubleshoot basic machining and equipment issues and communicate concerns to supervisors.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
- Perform other job responsibilities as assigned, including basic shop tasks when needed.