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Manual Machinist

Reliable Turbine Services
Sullivan, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/30/2026

Job Summary

Position Summary: The Manual Repair Machinist produces machined parts by programming, setting up and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine and sets up and operates a variety of manual machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments for the Power Generation Industry. This includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
  • Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
  • Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
  • Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
  • Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
  • Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
  • Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
  • Fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop and field mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
  • Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
  • Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
  • Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
  • Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
  • Performs all assigned machine shop and field machining operations.
  • Operates specialized machinery in the power industry
  • Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to management or designee.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,121 - $57,135

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