Looking for both Journeyman Manual Machinist as well as those interested in Apprentice Manual Machinist.
About:
Propulsion Systems, Inc. is a repair Facility located in South Seattle. We provide Field Service Engineers & Manufacturing for Controllable Pitch Propellers, Thrusters, PTO's, Shaft Brakes, Electronic and Pneumatic Controls for marine applications.
Salary/Compensation:
$25 - $50 an hour (Dependent on experience level)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate Machinery: Use manual tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders to cut, shape, and finish materials according to specifications.
Read Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics to determine machining requirements and methods.
Measure and Inspect: Utilize precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers) to ensure parts meet quality standards and specifications.
Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Quality Control: Conduct inspections of finished products and make necessary adjustments to maintain high-quality standards.
Capable of training other machinists and correcting errors
Perks/Benefits:
Safe Harbor 401k through ADP
2 Weeks’ vacation after the first year of employment
No tools required, all items supplied by PSI
Two sets of coveralls and one pair of work boots provided per year after probationary period.
Flexible work schedule / start time
Training and additional schooling is offered after the first year of employment
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in a manufacturing or machining environment is required. Previous roles as a lathe operator or in manual machining are advantageous.
Must be able to set up and operate at least two of the fabrication processes while achieving and maintaining established quality and efficiency standards
Make parts to meet the requirements of Design and Manufacturing Engineering using proper tooling, inspection equipment and through proper set-up and operation of equipment
Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments
Requires standing 90% of shift
Requires good manual dexterity
Exposed to hazards/risks that require body protection (gloves, pants, steel toes, sleeves, safety glasses)
Apply basic skills. Performs simple fabrication processes
Requirements:
Ability to machine a variety of metals such as 300 and 400 series stainless steels, brass, copper, steel, composites, and exotic alloys
Prior machining experience (3+ years for Journeyman level applications)
Prior experience with set up and operation of manually controlled machines (3+ years for Journeyman level applications)
Prior experience reading and interpreting blueprints (2+ years for Journeyman level applications)
Experience using precision tools, machinery and equipment such as lathe, vertical milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, chop saw, band saw, and a variety of cutting tools and equipment
Rigging experience using safe practices
Good communication skills
Knowledge of setting up and operating manual lathes and mills
Track record of being able to provide high quality work in a fast-paced environment
Plan, layout, set-up, operate and make tool adjustments to cut and shape all types of metals and synthetics using manual (e.g., lathes, millers and grinders) numerically controlled and computerized machine shop equipment
Strong focus on accuracy and quality in work, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.
Clear communication skills, Patience, Eye for details
