What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist position at Automation Personnel Services?
MACHINIST
Automation Personnel Services is seeking a skilled MACHINIST to join our team at a leading industrial pump manufacturing and repair facility. The Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operating manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify pump components to precise specifications. This position requires a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work from blueprints and engineering drawings.
Pay Rate
$30.00 to 34.00 per hour
Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm
Machinist Duties and Responsibilities
• Set up and operate manual machines, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, and other machine shop equipment
• Machine, repair, and modify pump shafts, sleeves, impellers, casings, bearing housings, and other pump components
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders
• Measure and inspect parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and bore gauges
• Maintain close tolerances and ensure all finished products meet quality standards
• Perform equipment setup, tool changes, and machine adjustments as needed
• Assist with pump assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting activities when required
• Identify and resolve machining issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and timely
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and maintenance personnel to improve manufacturing processes
• Machine, repair, and modify pump shafts, sleeves, impellers, casings, bearing housings, and other pump components
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders
• Measure and inspect parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and bore gauges
• Maintain close tolerances and ensure all finished products meet quality standards
• Perform equipment setup, tool changes, and machine adjustments as needed
• Assist with pump assembly, disassembly, and troubleshooting activities when required
• Identify and resolve machining issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and timely
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and maintenance personnel to improve manufacturing processes
Machinist Qualifications and Requirements
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 3 years of machinist experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or pump repair environment preferred
• Experience operating manual lathes, milling machines, and CNC experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Strong understanding of machining principles, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Minimum 3 years of machinist experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or pump repair environment preferred
• Experience operating manual lathes, milling machines, and CNC experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Strong understanding of machining principles, cutting tools, feeds, and speeds
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Experience
• Industrial pump manufacturing or repair experience
• Experience machining stainless steel, carbon steel, bronze, and exotic alloys
• Familiarity with rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and gearboxes
• Knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Experience machining stainless steel, carbon steel, bronze, and exotic alloys
• Familiarity with rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, turbines, and gearboxes
• Knowledge of hydraulic and mechanical systems
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout the shift
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or machine shop environment
• Ability to safely operate machinery and material handling equipment
• Ability to work in a manufacturing or machine shop environment
• Ability to safely operate machinery and material handling equipment
Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire
Benefits
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
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Automation Personnel Services Mobile Branch
171 E I-65 Service Road South
Suite C
Mobile, AL 36606
171 E I-65 Service Road South
Suite C
Mobile, AL 36606
Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing.
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