Machinist

Russ Hadick and Associates has partnered with an Ogalla, NE client to help them search and qualify candidates for their 1st shift Machinist role.

Are you a skilled machinist feeling underappreciated in your current role? Do you seek an opportunity where your attention to detail and expertise in working with close tolerances and delicate parts are valued? Are you looking to join a company that values quality over quantity and offers continuous skill development?

It's disheartening to work in a high-production environment where the focus is on quantity rather than quality. Your skills in working with blueprints and understanding GD&T might not be fully utilized, leading to job dissatisfaction. Additionally, lack of opportunities for cross-training and skill enhancement can stall your career growth.

Join our client company, in business since the 1950s, where quality is paramount, and your skills will be truly valued. As a crucial member of their team, you will set up and operate a variety of Lathes & Mills, ensuring exceptional quality and production efficiency. Your attention to detail and ability to work with close tolerances will be critical in maintaining their high standards.

You'll be entrusted with:

• Setting up and operating diverse Lathes & Mills.
• May run multiple machines while ensuring exceptional quality.
• Adjusting machine tools for precise operations.
• Performing frequent machine setups to meet varying production needs.
• Expanding your skills by training on different machine tools.
• Conducting routine maintenance tasks, such as fluid and filter changes.
• Maintaining an orderly and clean workspace.
• Interpreting and following process sheets, mechanical drawings, and blueprints.
• Utilizing your GD&T knowledge to ensure precision.
• Adapting to other tasks as necessary to support production goals.
• Working from both written and verbal instructions effectively.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical training certificate or equivalent experience.
• High competency in using micrometers, indicators, and calipers.
• Experience working with blueprints and understanding GD&T.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods intermittently.
• Capable of lifting materials up to 70 lbs.
• Willingness to work beyond normal hours if needed.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Understanding of both Metric and English measuring systems.
• Knowledge of cutting media and material properties is beneficial.

Working Conditions:

• Typically in a production environment.
• Exposure to industrial oils, coolants, solvents, lubricants, adhesives, and other chemicals (all safety precautions will be followed).
• Some independent actions and decision-making required.

Physical Requirements:

• Daily periodic lifting of materials and parts weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Intermittent long periods of sitting and standing.

Action:

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career with a company that values quality and continuous skill development. Apply today and become a vital part of their innovative team!