Manual Machinist Houston, TX 77048

A Hydraulic, Cylinder and Pumps company located in the 77048 area is looking for an experienced Manual Machinist.  

General Accountabilities

• Plans machining, tolerances and sequences of operations by studying work orders, sample parts, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Sets-up lathes or mills .
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes;  sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; observing and listening to operating machines or equipment; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Confer with supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
• Execute other duties as directed by supervisors.
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
• Dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating action.
• Accomplishes organization goals by adhering to company policies 

Job Qualifications

• Required Experience: 5+ years on manual lathe machines and mill machines

Competencies

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Operating – Uses conceptual and technical experience and skills to perform daily machining and set up activities; focuses on the job and exhibits a high attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Physical Demands

• Required to able to bend, lift, climb, sit, stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 75 pounds)
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus

Monday through Friday some weekends required
Appropriate PPE required