Machinist Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The machinist will work in the Welding Shop machining a wide range of parts for a variety of agricultural implements and equipment. The Machinist is responsible for, but not limited to manufacturing machine parts per blue print specification; setting up and operating Manual Drilling, Milling, and Lathing machines; using a range of precision measuring and gauging tools to perform inspection of parts; paying close attention and care required to prevent damage to complex machine tools; working in a safe manner and obeying all safety rules; performing other duties as assigned.  This is a non-exempt position that reports to the welding shop manager and is located in Corcoran, CA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Utilize machining tools such as: lathes, milling machines, and boring bars.
• Perform basic and complex machine set up process.
• Monitor machine while in operation and be able to adjust the feed rates and maintain temperature.
• Perform basic inspections on machinery.
• Perform quality welding with various processes including Stick and MIG on different types of steel.  
• Perform quality groove and fillet welds in various positions including horizontal, vertical up and overhead.
• Disassemble, repair and reassemble various drive systems that could include chains, sprockets, bearings, shafts, belts and sheaves.
• Work on simple hydraulic cylinder circuits safely, which could include rebuilding cylinders.
• Work with hand and power tools to disassemble, repair and reassemble various implements including discs, chisels, stalk cutters, rippers, mulchers and module builders.
• Drive to the field and work independently to do many of the above tasks.
• Work between 45 and 60 hours per week and possibly 12 days on 2 days off as needed to support shop and field operations.
• Expect an average number of hours per year to be approximately 2,400.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school education required.  AS degree in welding technology or similar desirable.
• Knowledge of precision measuring and gauging tools.
• Knowledge of general welding and machine shop tools, as well as, specialty tools and materials. 
• Comprehend drawings, blue prints, or instructions on specifications for machined parts. 
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or Solidworks desirable.
• Experience running CNC plasma machines desirable.
• Have the ability to layout a project straight, square and plumb.
• Have an understanding of distortion control and when to pre-heat and post-heat.

Licenses, Certificates

• Valid current California Drivers' license, with less than two points, required before hire and continuously while employed.
• Past welding certifications desirable.

Language and Communication Skills

• Must be able to read, write and speak in English; knowledge of Spanish is desired.
• Be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and dimensioned technical drawings. 
• Be able to take verbal and written direction from supervisors and effectively communicate back.
• Be able to complete detailed maintenance reports and other technical documents.
• Be able to communicate and work with coworkers.

Other Skills

• Must be able to work as part of a team and independently.
• Must be observant, organized, and detail oriented.
• Must function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have desire and ability to learn.     
• Must work in a safe manner following all rules, guidelines and company policies.
• Must have a basic understanding of safety regulations and a willingness to follow correct safety procedures, at all times.
• Must report to work in a timely manner ready, willing and able to perform the essential duties.  

Employee Participation 

Must follow and actively engage in all shop trainings, policies, and safety programs. 

• Behavior Based Safety
• Safety Trainings

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is required to be able to perform physical activities that require the use of arms, legs, whole body, such as climbing, crouching, bending, lifting and pushing.
• The employee is required to frequently stand, walk, bend and twist at the neck/waist.  They must also be able to repetitively use their hands including simple/power grasping and fine manipulation including reaching above/below their shoulders.  
• The employee must be able to occasionally sit, squat, climb, kneel and crawl.
• The employee must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds.

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment can be medium to loud.