VTL Machinist

Company: CARLSON COMPANY
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Position Overview This position is primarily responsible the operation and set up of Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) machines according to specifications. This position is also responsible for maintaining quality and safety standards. Essential Job Functions Lifts work pieces manually or with hoist, and positions and secures it on machine table. Plan and layout setup operations, and determine sequence of operations. Moves machine controls to feed tools into work piece, and engages automatic feed. Observes machine operations, and verifies conformance of work piece to specifications, using fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers. Changes work cutting tools, using wrenches. Moves controls to adjust cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cut. May sharpen cutting tools, using bench grinder. May perform minor assembly, such as fastening parts with nuts, bolts, and screws, using power tools and hand tools. Perform other job-related duties and assigned. Provide support to Production personnel Perform maintenance, cleaning and safety checks on tools and cord sets when they are checked in Perform scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on all tools Ensure that all tools sets are complete prior to the next job Recommend major repairs and replacement by submitting work order requests to Maintenance Proactively look for ways to reduce costs in areas of responsibility Maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly fashion throughout and at the end of shift Maintain shop tool and support materials stock at work station Competencies Required (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Attendance - Reports to work as scheduled. Follows established procedures for breaks. Notifies supervisor in advance of scheduling changes. Dependability - Demonstrates a positive attitude and promotes cooperation with supervisors, peers and others. 5S - Keeps their work area clean and orderly after each shift. Cleans and organizes during extended cuts on machine. Work Attitude and Stewardship - Demonstrates a positive attitude and promotes cooperation with supervisors, peers and others. Also focuses on utilizing company resources as a good steward. Job Knowledge - Understands duties, responsibilities and has ability to use materials as needs with the level of proficiency required to accomplish the work. Initiative - Self-directed, efficient, creative and resourceful. Assumes extra work and adapts quickly to new responsibilities. Quantity and Quality of Work - Meets or exceeds daily work quota requirements with accuracy and care for customer. Problem Solving/Decision Making - Ability to assess a problem and offer solutions for resolution. Educational and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED A minimum of 2 - 5 years of VTL machining experience and/or training. Forklift certified preferred Experience in operating lifting devices such as jib or overhead cranes a plus Work Environment/Physical Demands Ability and willingness to perform/comply with following: Willing and able to raise and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds. Willing and able to walk, stand, stoop, sit and carry material on a daily basis on even and uneven terrain. Willing and able to stand for long periods of time. Willing and able to work outside in harsh weather conditions to retrieve material and/or in manufacturing/warehouse environment with varying temperatures. Willing to work alone a high percentage of the time. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Willing and able to work unscheduled overtime. Willing to work in a manufacturing environment where noise levels can be high (hearing protection available).Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insuranceSchedule: Monday to FridaySupplemental pay types: Bonus pay Commission payWork Location: One location

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