Altamira Material Solutions

Overview

The Manual Machinist II is responsible for independently setting up, operating, inspecting, and troubleshooting conventional machining operations using manual equipment. This role requires interpreting complex prints, applying GD&T requirements, and ensuring parts meet quality and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up and operate manual machining equipment for standard and moderately complex work.
• Perform machine setups, workholding installation, tooling selection, and machine alignment.
• Determine appropriate machining methods, sequences, cutting tools, speeds, and feeds.
• Perform turning, milling, drilling, tapping, boring, grinding, reaming, threading, and related operations.
• Manage setup times, production flow, and multiple assignments to support quality and efficiency.
• Monitor tooling, machine conditions, and part quality throughout production.
• Produce prototype, repair, low-volume production, and custom-machined components.
• Maintain equipment, tooling, and work areas according to company standards.
• Read and interpret complex prints, specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and work instructions.
• Apply common GD&T controls and datum requirements during setup, machining, and inspection.
• Perform full in-process inspection using various measuring instruments.
• Verify parts meet dimensional, visual, and customer requirements.
• Identify nonconforming parts and follow escalation and corrective action procedures.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
• Resolve common machining issues related to tooling and material conditions.
• Select appropriate tooling and recommend changes as needed.
• Communicate production, quality, tooling, or equipment concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Assist Manual Machinist I employees and production personnel with setup and inspection.
• Suggest improvements to machining methods and production efficiency.
• Support training and knowledge sharing to improve department capability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of manual machining experience.
• Experience performing independent machine setups on manual lathes, mills, grinders, and related equipment.
• Experience reading complex prints and applying common GD&T requirements.
• Experience performing in-process inspection using standard measuring tools.
• Strong tooling, machining, and material knowledge for standard and moderately complex work.
• Ability to troubleshoot common machining issues.

Additional Information

• Work schedule: 2nd shift from 2:00pm to 10:30pm, Monday to Friday.