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Manual Machinist - 1st Shift

Elliott Group
Fairfield, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026

Overview & Responsibilities

Overview:

To perform complex setups, select tooling and required equipment for machining of parts to required specifications. Developed skills and experience to plan and oversee repairs with very minimal supervision or feedback. Advanced skills to work to any critical tolerance required for the job. Helps to direct and train other employees in the functions and processes of machine operations. Ability to complete work in a safe and timely manner to meet customer needs.

The below reflects general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all of the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Responsibilities:

  • Promotes safety and quality at all times.

  • Positive attitude and display of leadership.

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.

  • Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation.

  • Conducts him or herself in a professional manner at all times when working with internal and external customers.

  • Advanced knowledge of machine equipment and machining operations of various machines, including but not limited to: horizontal and vertical lathes, layout machines, vertical boring mills, horizontal mills, grinders, deburring tools, fixtures, radial and angular drill press, forklifts, cranes and various forms of rigging, jib hoists, personal computers, and other required tools necessary to perform the job.

  • Advanced knowledge and accuracy in using various measuring devices: micrometers, indicators, calipers, gauges, and other required tools necessary to perform the job.

  • Full understanding of use for tooling, drawings, work scopes, procedures, specifications and documentation to perform the primary function of the job.

  • Performs complex setups and performs unusual machine tool operations. This includes turning, boring, facing, milling, drilling, reaming, peening, tapping, sawing, slotting, grooving, grinding, and other required actions to complete the job.

  • Ability to work to any critical tolerance required.

  • Fully competent in reading and comprehending drawings, sketches, work scopes, and verbal instructions.

  • Able to reverse engineer components to create drawings and or manufacture.

  • Maintains equipment by completing basic preventive maintenance requirements and notifying the appropriate representative for troubleshooting and repairs.

  • Able to accurately measure and record all dimensional inspections as needed and pass annual dimensional inspection tests.

  • Completes layouts of parts.

  • Helps to train other employees in operation of equipment, reading prints, selection of tooling and machining equipment, along with repair processes.

  • Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

  • Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.

  • Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

  • Updates job knowledge by participating in company provided educational material, training, and reading technical publications.

  • Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalency

  • 8-10 years' experience with rotating turbo machinery

  • Advanced rigging capabilities

  • Advanced machining capabilities on manual lathes

  • Experiences with turbines, compressors and other rotating equipment

The expected compensation range for this position is $35 - $65 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.Additionalbenefitsinclude health care, vision, dental, retirement, vacation, sick leave, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ebara Elliott Energy is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state or local laws of the United States. Applicants and employees are protected under U.S. federal law from discrimination. To learn more, click here.

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Salary : $35 - $65

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