Full-time
Outside/On-Site Machinist - Night Shift
Portsmouth, VA · $20hr-$35hr
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About this role
Client: A client in the manufacturing industry
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Work mode: On-site
Work authorization: US Citizen (Only)
Relocation: Not available
Openings: 1
We are looking for candidates who are willing and able to work the Night Shift for this position. The official hours are 3:00pm-11pm, however, depending on the job we are contracted to- the candidate must be flexible and willing to work later and longer shifts as needed. Night Shift differential pay and OT pay are additional.
Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Transport and set up tools, machinery, and fixtures to support machining operations
Perform machining operations using equipment such as: portable milling machines, clamshell lathes, line boring systems, grinding machines, hydraulic tensioning systems, as well as various hand and power tools.
Take measurements of machined features using precision measuring equipment
Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
Performs mechanical assembly and disassembly of equipment using a variety of hand and power tools
Studies applicable drawings and prints of work to be performed and follows instructions
Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
Operates and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
Communicates with customers and government representatives to coordinate work onsite
Ability to track parts and jobs in JobBOSS and Travelers
Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Completes inspection and as-found condition reports for completed work
Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Machining Skills
Lathes, Grinders, Boring Mills, Planers, Portable Tools
Turn, Drill, Tap, Bore, Hone, Polish machine processes
Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Work mode: On-site
Work authorization: US Citizen (Only)
Relocation: Not available
Openings: 1
We are looking for candidates who are willing and able to work the Night Shift for this position. The official hours are 3:00pm-11pm, however, depending on the job we are contracted to- the candidate must be flexible and willing to work later and longer shifts as needed. Night Shift differential pay and OT pay are additional.
Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions
Transport and set up tools, machinery, and fixtures to support machining operations
Perform machining operations using equipment such as: portable milling machines, clamshell lathes, line boring systems, grinding machines, hydraulic tensioning systems, as well as various hand and power tools.
Take measurements of machined features using precision measuring equipment
Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
Performs mechanical assembly and disassembly of equipment using a variety of hand and power tools
Studies applicable drawings and prints of work to be performed and follows instructions
Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
Operates and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
Communicates with customers and government representatives to coordinate work onsite
Ability to track parts and jobs in JobBOSS and Travelers
Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Completes inspection and as-found condition reports for completed work
Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Machining Skills
Lathes, Grinders, Boring Mills, Planers, Portable Tools
Turn, Drill, Tap, Bore, Hone, Polish machine processes
Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
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