Join a small but successful machining company with over 130 years of history in the Jamestown area. We're proud of our heritage and committed to quality craftsmanship. Experience is valued, but not required. We're ready to train the right candidate.
Position Overview
As a Davenport machinist, you will be responsible for setting up, tooling, operating, inspecting, and ensuring process and quality control during the production of precision parts.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Duties
Set up, adjust, and operate basic to advanced machine tools.
Machine parts to specification with precision and accuracy.
Use instruments such as micrometers and calipers to measure dimensions and tolerances.
Monitor machine operations to ensure proper speeds and feeds.
Select appropriate tools and materials for each job.
Perform inspections and use statistical process control data.
Maintain machinery by applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, and metal properties.
Measure, examine, or test completed parts to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
General Duties
Follow all company processes and procedures.
Maintain a safe work environment and comply with OSHA, DEC, EPA, and other regulations.
Contribute ideas to improve processes and product quality.
Preferred Experience.
API is committed to training our employees to be a successful machinist, the following experience is preferred.
Knowledge of machining tools, their functions, and maintenance.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of parts.
Understanding of raw materials and manufacturing processes.
Understanding basic mathematical concepts and problem-solving using logic.
Solid mechanical aptitude.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Essential Physical Requirements
Push, pull, lift, or move materials up to 75 pounds.
Precisely use visual and manual measuring tools and gauges, often on small or intricate parts.
Able to frequently stand, bend, and move throughout the shift to perform various tasks.
Key Work Traits
Attention to Detail: Focused and thorough in completing tasks.
Independence: Able to take initiative and manage tasks autonomously.
Initiative: Willing to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Adaptability: Comfortable with change and variety in tasks.
Achievement-Oriented: Driven to meet goals and master tasks.
Education
HSD or GED
Benefits
Competitive benefits package including 401k, Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.
Additional Shift Information
Base wage is determined by experience.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Jamestown, NY
Skills
Application Programming Interface (API)unmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
DEC Computersunmatched
Data Processingunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)unmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Machine Toolunmatched
Machiningunmatched
Machining Operationsunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Production Controlunmatched
Quality Controlunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Staff Trainingunmatched
Statistical Process Controlunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Testingunmatched
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