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.
Fridley, MN Job Details Full-time From $35 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Statistics Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Computer operation Machine setup Management Blueprint specification interpretation Team leadership ISO standards Computer literacy Machining tool setup High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Precision measurement in machining Mechanical quality control procedures Training machine operators Computer skills Manufacturing company experience Quality control records management Full Job Description Looking for a dynamic workplace where you're valued and challenged? Join Superior Aerospace Precision Machining. We foster personal and professional growth through continuous learning and support. As part of our team, you'll enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement based on performance. Join us in delivering top-quality products and unparalleled customer support. Lead Machinist Superior Aerospace is hiring an experienced Lead Machinist to support daily machining operations and help guide shop-floor employees. This position sets up and operates a variety of machines to produce precision parts that meet customer, engineering, and quality requirements. The right candidate will have strong machining experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to train others while managing multiple production priorities. What You'll Do Set up and operate machines for new and repeat production jobs. Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications. Load, run, measure, and inspect precision parts. Adjust machine controls and edit computerized machine commands as needed. Assemble the tooling required for production jobs. Use micrometers and other measuring equipment to verify conformance to specifications. Identify defects, inefficiencies, and opportunities to reduce wasted time and motion. Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, and supervisory personnel to resolve technical or production issues. Train and evaluate shop-floor operators. Accurately complete all required production and quality documentation. Clean, lubricate, and maintain machines, tools, and equipment. Follow company quality, safety, and process-control procedures. What We're Looking For High school diploma or equivalent. At least five years of related manufacturing or machining experience. Experience setting up and operating machining equipment. Ability to read complex engineering drawings and specifications. Ability to use a micrometer to measure to ten-thousandths of an inch. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Leadership experience and the ability to train and evaluate employees. Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems. Working knowledge of manufacturing quality processes, including document control, process control, inspection, calibration, and product identification. General knowledge of ISO requirements, records control, statistical tools, and workplace safety. If you are an experienced machinist who can lead by example while maintaining high standards for quality and productivity, we encourage you to apply.
