Manual Lathe Machinist

At the direction of Shop Management, the Manual Lathe Machinist is to perform typical duties of a traditional manual machinist working with horizontal lathes, vertical milling machine, general machine shop equipment: band saws, Bridgeport drill presses, grinders, as well as some welding.

This is a full-time, on-site role in New Hyde Park, NY.

Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM.

Salary Commensurate with Experience (Range between $22 - $38/hour)

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401K
• PTO Program and Paid Holidays

Machinist Essential Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional lathes, mills, balancing equipment, and commutator profiler
• Ability to machine housings, shafts, keyways, and sleeves
• Must be familiar with common industry tolerances and fits for motor repair
• Fabricate products to meet established quality standards and the requirements of our customers
• Establish and follow maintenance schedules for shop equipment
• Provide technical expertise as needed
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area at all times
• Organize and maintain personal and shop tools and equipment
• Willing and able to work OT as required

Machinist Necessary Qualifications

• 5 years mechanical assembly and disassembly experience preferred
• Ability to read mechanical prints and schematics
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Basic knowledge regarding use of a PC
• Competent with the use of electrical test equipment, i.e. Multi meter, shop tools, hand tools, pneumatic tools, hoists, etc.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of electrical theory required
• Valid and clean NYS driver's license to operate company vehicles as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to Stand for 8 Hours
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work on elevated platforms
• Ability to climb ladders
• This position may require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching and/or reaching
• You may be exposed to dust, loud noises, and hot and cold conditions