The Machinist will report to the Production Manager
The Machinist will complete assignments involving the set-up and operation of CNC and/or Manual Lathes. The Machinist will perform bore turn and basic machining tasks, and will provide machining services of oilfield connections that includes (but is not limited to) cutting and re-cutting connections to specification
· Works from blueprints, drawings, and verbal/written instructions to fabricate and/or repair a variety of machined components
· Fabricates and modifies tools and equipment as needed
· Measures and examines completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications
· Cleans, lubricates, and maintains machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter
· Utilizes measuring devices such as micrometers (OD, ID, depth and groove), calipers, height gages and indicator based gages to ensure the integrity of the parts being machined
· Uses a variety of gages for API thread measurement including the following: Taper, Lead, Thread Height, Profile, MRP, Plug/Ring, and optical comparator in order to ensure the integrity of the parts being machined
· Must have the ability to make all types of required machine/process adjustments, such as off- sets, tooling, fixturing, as well as the ability to set up machines
· Must have the ability to perform and complete dimensional inspections by utilizing applicable gages, and to assist other machinists in dimensional inspections of parts when necessary to do so
· Must be able to produce quality parts in a timely manner
· Will conduct general cleaning, such as sweeping the floor around his/her assigned area, emptying large waste containers, moving/sorting material, etc.
· Must be able to properly use cranes for overhead lifting purposes
· 1-2 years’ experience with CNC and/or Manual machines preferred
· Ability to walk and stand on concrete surfaces
· Ability to stand for long periods of time, reaching, lifting, and bending
· Lifting/pushing objects weighing over 50 lbs. on occasion
· Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test