Shop Machinist

• We are seeking an experienced Shop Machinist with strong industrial machining experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating manual and/or CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify precision components used in industrial equipment and machinery.

• The Shop Machinist should have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and machining specifications.

• Set up and operate manual and/or CNC machine tools, including lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and related equipment.

• Machine, repair, modify, and fabricate precision components according to drawings and specifications.

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, work orders, and machining instructions.

• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds, feeds, and machining methods for various materials.

• Perform turning, milling, drilling, boring, facing, threading, grinding, and other machining operations.

• Measure and inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and indicators.

• Perform machine setups, tool changes, adjustments, and offsets as required.

• Identify machining problems and make appropriate adjustments to maintain quality and accuracy.

• Maintain proper tolerances and dimensional specifications.

• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping on machines and work areas.

• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized shop environment.

• Work closely with Millwrights, Welders, Mechanics, Engineers, and other craft personnel when repairing or fabricating components.

• Minimum 3–5 years of industrial or shop machining experience preferred.

• Strong experience operating manual machine tools.

• Experience with engine lathes and milling machines preferred.

• CNC experience is a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.

• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, tolerances, and measurements.

• Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and bore gauges.

• Ability to perform accurate setups and machining with minimal supervision.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to work safely around machine tools and industrial equipment.

• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and varying schedules as project requirements dictate.

• Experience machining components for oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, refining, manufacturing, or heavy industrial equipment.

• Experience working with large or heavy components.

• Experience machining carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, Inconel, and other industrial materials.

• CNC programming or editing experience.

• Experience with tight-tolerance machining.

• Previous experience repairing or rebuilding industrial equipment.

• Technical school, apprenticeship, or machining certification preferred.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Ability to bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work around industrial machinery.

• Ability to lift and move materials and components as required.

• Ability to safely operate machine tools and material-handling equipment.

• Must be able to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, gloves, and other site-required equipment.