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Thompson Machinery - Caterpillar

Machinist

Job Description

Machinist
JOB PROFILE
Uses various tools for machining tasks on lathes, lapping, milling or boring equipment. Prepares and completes work using knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout and machining procedures. Performs maintenance on tools and equipment.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Thompson Machinery is a Caterpillar equipment dealer serving the middle and west Tennessee and northern Mississippi region. Since 1944, Thompson Machinery has been an industry leader, renowned for superior solutions, lasting relationships, and stronger communities. Serving a broad range of customers in the construction, forestry, mining, industrial, governmental, and agricultural industries, as well as trucking, power generation, and marine businesses, Thompson Machinery is a total equipment solution provider.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS A
minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required. Must develop functional ability in the use of proprietary (i.e. Caterpillar, etc.) software. Demonstrate reading blueprint, laying out and building example from blueprint. Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard honing and boring equipment. Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard horizontal and vertical milling equipment. Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard flame metal spray equipment. Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard surface grinding equipment. Demonstrate proficiency in operating standard line boring equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Draw, design & fabricate pieces to build and/or repair components. Perform horizontal and vertical mill operations. Perform various capacity lathe operations. Prepare and set-up machining equipment. Read and interpret prints and drawings for fabrication projects. Safety Know and follow all Company and customer safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, fully participating in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities. Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including protective glasses, protective gloves, and protective clothing and footwear as required by the job. Customer Satisfaction Respond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive manner. Maintain a clean, professional personal appearance at all time, meeting all Company standards for professionalism. Keep the Manager continually apprised to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessary. Business Supports the organization's mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: honesty, integrity, and respect while delivering high quality solutions and maintaining a positive attitude and a safe work environment. Accepts responsibility for mistakes or problems. Maintains "ownership" of assigned tasks. Demonstrate a positive attitude and a high level of personal credibility and integrity with customers, management, and dealership co-workers. Must be dependable. Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to work. Maintain company and product confidentiality. Attend and participate in all meetings, trainings, and activities as required. Adhere to all Company policies and departmental procedures and rules. All other duties as assigned. Work Conditions Maintain a clean, safe working environment. Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Must be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitude. Must be able to work well under occasional pressure or within work standards and deadlines. Must be able to work independently and/or with others in a team environment. Able to work standard five-day schedule, including daily overtime and occasional weekend hours as needed. Meet all eligibility requirements to drive Company vehicles, including a current, valid driver's license issued by the resident State, and maintain current motor vehicle liability insurance. Physical Requirements Pass pre-employment background check, physical exam including drug screen, and meet all physical requirements for the position. Able to lift up to 50-80 pounds occasionally. Thompson Machinery offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and background. Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

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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.

$46,898 / year median in Tennessee

+3% projected growth

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