What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manual Machinist position at Primus Aerospace?
Job Title: Manual Machinist
Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense, and space OEMs, Primes, and Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts machined using standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman) to provide components for mission-critical civilian and defense programs.
Job Description
A Manual Machinist operates traditional machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drills to manufacture precision parts from metal, plastic, or other materials. They interpret blueprints, measure components accurately, select proper tooling, and ensure finished parts meet tight tolerances. The role often involves setup, adjustments, routine maintenance, and quality checks using measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Key Responsibilities
At Primus Aerospace, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.
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Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense, and space OEMs, Primes, and Tier I suppliers. The company specializes in producing high-tolerance, complex geometry parts machined using standard and exotic metals. Primus works directly with all major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman) to provide components for mission-critical civilian and defense programs.
Job Description
A Manual Machinist operates traditional machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drills to manufacture precision parts from metal, plastic, or other materials. They interpret blueprints, measure components accurately, select proper tooling, and ensure finished parts meet tight tolerances. The role often involves setup, adjustments, routine maintenance, and quality checks using measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Key Responsibilities
- Precision measurement: Manual machinists must use precision instruments like micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and bore gauges to verify that finished products meet strict quality standards. This requires an exceptional level of accuracy, often to the thousandths of an inch.
- Shop mathematics: Machinists must be proficient in applying math, including geometry and trigonometry, to perform calculations for machine setup, scales, angles, and dimensions.
- Tooling selection and setup: Machinists must choose the correct cutting tools and fixtures for each job and set them up on the machine. This includes properly sharpening tools and preparing the workpiece for cutting.
- Machine operation: Expertise in setting up, operating, and monitoring a range of manual machines is fundamental. This includes lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
- Operate manual lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other machine tools.
- Select and install appropriate cutting tools and fixtures.
- Measure and inspect finished components to ensure specifications are met.
- Perform routine maintenance on machines.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
- Proficiency with manual machining tools and equipment.
- Strong understanding of materials, cutting speeds, and feeds.
- Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Material knowledge
- Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
- Turning Between Centers & Chucking
- Journeyman Machinist Certificate (preferred)
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional (preferred)
- PTO
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-term disability insurance
- 401K match
- Long and short-term incentive plans
- Benefits start 1st of the month after date of hire
At Primus Aerospace, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports, respects, and celebrates all individuals.
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