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Machinist

KSB SupremeServ by KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Machine Shop
Reports to: Service Operations Manager
Location: Mulberry, Florida
Shift: 1st Shift, 8 hours
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the Service Operations Manager, the Machinist operates manual machine tools and equipment to perform complex machining tasks on castings weighing up to 20,000 lbs. This position requires a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity, with the ability to work independently and train team members as needed. Responsibilities include interpreting engineering drawings, applying sound machining practices, and meeting production and quality standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation and KSB GIW, Inc. policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and goals.
• Meet or exceed productivity metrics for machining efficiency.
• Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles.
• Perform mathematical and geometric calculations for machining and programming.
• Follow work instructions and complete documentation both verbally and within the ERP system.
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance.
• Prepare and handle industrial rotating equipment components for machining as required by the task.
• Accurately complete inspection reports and required documentation.
• Operate shop equipment, including drills, grinders, manual milling machines, and cranes.
• Safely rig, lift, and maneuver castings weighing up to 20,000 lbs.
• Set up and machine large castings, shafts, and various parts, adjusting for variations as needed.
• Monitor tool wear and replace tooling as necessary.
• Use precision measuring instruments correctly, such as micrometers and bore gauges.
• Apply knowledge of deflection and thermal growth when machining hard materials, making adjustments as needed.
• Re-sharpen CBN tooling when required.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Train and mentor other machinists.
• Maintain housekeeping standards within work areas and shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.

Experience

• Experience operating manual machine tools in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T.
• Experience machining large or heavy castings preferred.
• Crane and rigging experience is a plus.
• Ability to mentor and train others.

Physical Requirements

Frequently:

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping
• Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 lbs

Occasionally:

• Overhead work
• Climbing ladders or stairs
• Operating forklifts and overhead cranes

KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, and training. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.