Machinist

Primary Function

Repair and assemble all types of mill machine equipment

Basic Responsibilities

• Operate commonly used machine tools
• Operate fork truck and/or overhead crane to move supplies and equipment
• Conduct general preventative maintenance on machines including but not limited to cleaning and oiling
• Fit and assemble machine parts
• Construct and repair all types of tools
• Inspect change and refit all types of mill bearings
• Interpret blueprints and part drawings and prepare ship and field sketches
• Assist in installation of new equipment and relocation of existing equipment
• Assist in analysis of equipment failures and make recommendations of how to eliminate in the future
• Maintain a safe and clean work area

Sources of Supervision

• Generally works independently and does not require close supervision
• Position reports to Maintenance Supervisor

Tools and Equipment

• Lathes vertical and horizontal milling machines planers key seaters broaching machines precision grinders drill presses boring machines and various hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

Skills

• Mechanical ability
• Analytical ability
• Detail oriented
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Experience

• Previous machining experience in a steel-related environment

Education/Training

• Certified Machinist preferred