What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist position at Teksky LLC?
Job Role: Machinist III
Location: Kalispell, MT
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Machinist III to join a precision manufacturing team in Kalispell, Montana. This role is responsible for setting up and operating machining equipment, interpreting technical drawings and specifications, and ensuring completed work meets required dimensions, tolerances, and quality standards.
The ideal candidate is an experienced machinist who can work independently, accurately interpret machining requirements, and consistently produce quality parts.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate conventional, special-purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines, machining centers, and lathes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts.
- Determine required dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
- Perform trial runs to verify machine settings and programmed control data.
- Monitor machining operations and verify accuracy of completed work.
- Fit and assemble machined components as required.
- Verify dimensions and alignment of finished assemblies.
- Follow established safety and manufacturing procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Approximately 5–7 years of related machining experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Strong understanding of dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
- Ability to apply practical mathematics, including fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Strong problem-solving and reasoning skills.
- Ability to work effectively with written, verbal, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.
- Strong attention to accuracy and quality.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, reach, and use hands regularly throughout the workday.
- Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Ability to frequently lift or move materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and typical manufacturing conditions.
Schedule & Compensation
- Full-time, on-site position
- Pay based on experience and qualifications
- Location: Kalispell, Montana
If you have strong hands-on machining experience and are looking for an opportunity to advance your career in a precision manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.