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Tool and die repair

PrideStaff, Farmington, MI, United States


Machinist

PrideStaff is seeking a machinist who lays out, fits, and assembles parts to make repair cutting tools, jogs, fixtures, gauges, dies or machinists' handtools.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lays out, fits, and assembles parts to make repair cutting tools, jogs, fixtures, gauges, dies or machinists' handtools.
  • Sets up and operates all tool room equipments.
  • Studies blueprints to determine machining to be done and plans layout and assembly, or copies existing parts.
  • Produces new tools, parts, etc. for machines and equipment.
  • Repairs/rewords tools, dies, machine parts ad performs similar work.
  • Makes inspection when required of parts, tools, etc.
  • Performs bench work related to job assigned.
  • Supplies own tools normally used in a journeyman's trade.
  • Responsible for lubrication, maintenance and care of tool room equipment.
  • May assist General Maintenance or Machine Repair/Rebuild Person in measuring, fitting, installation or replacement of parts where his skills is required.
  • Responsible for cleanliness of work area and machines.
  • Reports to supervision unusual difficulties or conditions regarding machines, tools, and equipment.
  • Completes job or daily job card. Assists in training new hires or apprentices.

Skills/Competencies

  • Ability to interpret work instructions
  • Ability to follow written and verbal directions
  • Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
  • Manual dexterity
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organizational skills
  • Qualifications (Required):
  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Certification: Journeyman's Card; or eight years related experience, technical degree and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience to acquire Journeyman's card.

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $24.00 - $35.00