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Depatie Fluid Power Co. · 1 day ago

Manual Lathe Machinist

Chesterfield,MI,US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Depatie Fluid Power Co. is seeking a Manual Lathe Machinist to set up, adjust, and operate a manual engine lathe and mill while being cross-trained on other machinery. The role involves manufacturing production parts requiring close tolerances and performing precise measurements using various tools.

ManufacturingMechanical EngineeringSupply Chain ManagementWholesale

Responsibilities

Operates all equipment in a safe manner and uses safe work habits. Maintains a clean working environment including complying with all safety procedures, rules and regulations

Follows procedures for job set-up and machine operation using blueprints, work instructions, and machine knowledge

Mounts, installs, aligns and secures tools, attachments and fixtures using hand tools and precise measuring instruments

Sharpens cutting tools or replaces tooling as necessary

Positions and secures the work piece in equipment

Watches gages, dials or other indicators to make sure machinery is working properly. Notifies the supervisor promptly in the event a machine is not properly working

Provides basic machinery maintenance and troubleshooting

Follows proper settings and procedures to ensure tool/machine longevity

Conducts tests and first run inspection of product to evaluate quality and tolerance

Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to a supervisor

Accurately clocks job transactions into ERP software

Willingness to cross train and perform the work of other job tasks when necessary

Other tasks as assigned

Qualification

Manual lathe operationBlueprint interpretationPrecision measurementMechanical aptitudeTooling knowledgeBasic mathematicsPhysical lifting abilityProblem solving

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

One to three years of skilled trades training or two years of equivalent experience

Knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on manually operated machines

Strong mechanical aptitude, problem solving, and ability to interpret blueprints

Basic mathematical skills and ability to perform precise measurements using a tape measure, caliper and micrometer

Ability to lift 50 lbs with regularity and up to 70 lbs occasionally

Preferred

Five years prior experience operating manual machinery or in a tool room preferred

Experience on an engine lathe and Bridgeport mill ideal

Company

Depatie Fluid Power Co.

For over sixty years Depatie Fluid Power has served the hydraulic and pneumatic power needs of over 2,000 customers across Western Michigan and Northern Indiana.

Founded in 1956

Portage, Michigan, USA

51-200 employees