Manual Lathe Machinist

Position Description

Double E Group is an international market leader in the engineering and manufacturing of web handling, material handling, and converting solutions. Our broad portfolio of products are marketed to the paper, tissue, film and foil converting industries.  

The Manual Lathe Machinist would join a team of skilled professionals in our Manufacturing facility. 

Responsibilities

• Setup, operate, and run manual lathes used to process components, occasionally using steady rests and 3 or 4 jaw chucks.
• Work from process sheets, blueprints or other written/verbal instructions to perform production tasks.
• Load machines manually or using a crane when maneuvering large, awkward or heavy parts.
• Setup and read micrometers, indicators, and calipers.
• Maintain machine and work area in a clean and safe manner.
• Check and inspect operation against predetermined tolerances.
• Work in other areas or departments as assigned for lathe work.
• Excellent communication skills are required to interact directly with Supervisor/ Application Engineering/Programming to collaborate on process improvements
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Stop machines to remove finished pieces or to change tooling, setup, piece placement, according to required machining sequences.
• Other duties, as assigned. 

Requirements

• Requires math skills, including ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Excellent oral communication skills: ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Must be physically able to handle heavy items including lifting, pushing, pulling, and positioning components up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work scheduled hours and comply with the company’s timekeeping policy and all other company policies.
• Must be able to consistently stand for entire 8 to 10-hour shift.
• Experience working in a team setting.
• Reliable and willing to work overtime when needed 

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of basic machining practices and materials and general mechanical knowledge is required.
• Familiarity with Romo/Prototrak conversational lathes