Weekend Night Manual Radial Drill Machinist

We are looking for an experienced Manual Radial Drill Machinist to set up and operate radial drilling equipment to produce accurate holes and tapped openings in a variety of metal components. The ideal candidate will have strong manual radial drill experience, good mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work accurately while maintaining production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Wear required PPE and follow all company safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and job specifications to determine required dimensions and machining requirements.
• Set up parts and complete layouts according to blueprints and specifications.
• Set up and operate Manual Radial Drills to drill and tap a variety of hole sizes in different types of metals while maintaining close tolerances.
• Select and use appropriate tooling and equipment for required drilling and tapping operations.
• Measure parts using tape measures, dial calipers, dial indicators, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Operate a drive gun to remove tube stubs from rework parts.
• Remove slag and excess material using grinders.
• Operate overhead cranes regularly to safely load, position, and remove parts from machines.
• Cut supports and other materials to required lengths using a hot saw.
• Occasionally operate forklifts when trained and authorized.
• Inspect work and identify dimensional or machining issues.
• Troubleshoot basic machining and equipment issues and communicate concerns to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned, including basic shop tasks when needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of Manual Radial Drill experience required.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of operating radial drills to drill and tap various hole sizes in different types of metals.
• Ability to maintain close tolerances and accurately measure completed work.
• Experience using precision measuring tools, including dial calipers, dial indicators, and micrometers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, dimensions, and specifications.
• Ability and willingness to follow directions and established procedures.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and as part of a team.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Dependable and detail-oriented.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required by production needs.

Working Conditions

• Heavy industrial manufacturing and machine shop environment.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, machinery, metal chips, grinding dust, and other typical shop conditions.
• Work may involve large and heavy components, overhead cranes, forklifts, and other industrial equipment.
• May occasionally work at elevated heights, in confined or congested areas, or around active manufacturing operations.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, bend, and perform other physical activities required in a machine shop environment.
• May require extended periods of standing and walking.
• Shift work, rotating schedules, overtime, or extended hours may be required based on production needs.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE while on the shop floor.