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Entegee, Inc.
Manual Machinist
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A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.
$46,992 / year median in Alabama
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Manual Machinist responsible for planning, setting up, operating, and adjusting conventional machining equipment to produce precision components, tooling, fixtures, and gauges from engineering drawings and specifications. Job Requirements Minimum 10 years of machining experience. Experience planning machining assignments, layouts, setups, and operating sequences. Experience setting up and operating manual and conventional machine tools. Ability to set up and operate manual mills, lathes, jig bores, band saws, and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, process sheets, and sketches. Experience interpreting dimensions, tolerances, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). Experience cutting and shaping metal to precision dimensions. Experience selecting, aligning, and securing fixtures, cutting tools, and workpieces. Experience making tool and machine adjustments during machining operations. U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Preferred Skills Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 quality requirements. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing. Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies. Knowledge of Kaizen continuous improvement practices. Experience manufacturing jigs, fixtures, dies, molds, machine tools, cutting tools, gauges, and production tooling. Job Responsibilities Plan machining assignments, layouts, setups, and work sequences. Set up, operate, and adjust manual and conventional machining equipment. Machine components from engineering drawings, process sheets, and sketches. Review dimensions and tolerances to determine appropriate setups and machining sequences. Select and install holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials. Manufacture jigs, fixtures, dies, molds, gauges, cutting tools, and production tooling. Perform precision cutting, shaping, and machining operations. Verify machined dimensions and tolerances against drawing requirements. Apply GD&T requirements during machining and inspection activities. Operate manual mills, lathes, jig bores, band saws, and related shop equipment. Support manufacturing activities in accordance with applicable ISO and AS9100 requirements. Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methods where applicable.