Manual Machine Lead

LoneStar Fasteners Spring, TX IT/Technology Posted 2 days ago
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Manual Machine Lead

OUR COMPANY
Founded in 1956 LoneStar Fasteners is a leading manufacturer and stocking distributor for all sizes of SAE, ASTM and ISO fasteners including bolts, double tap, tap end and all thread fasteners in a variety of grades, alloys and coatings. With extensive in-house machining capabilities, LoneStar Fasteners manufacture bespoke fasteners in a variety of standard and exotic materials specific to customer drawings and specifications. We also offer in-house plating and coating services for corrosion prevention; including zinc electroplating and Fluoropolymer coating systems. Combined, LoneStar Fasteners hold over 300 years of expertise in sales, manufacturing and coating experience, covering all aspects of the manufacturing and distribution of fasteners for the Energy, Power, OEM, Military, Aerospace, Engineering and Construction Industries.
OUR BENEFITS
Our Benefits include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term, Long-Term Disability, and accident insurance. We also offer 401(k) with matching contributions, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated and reliable team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
LoneStar Fasteners is looking for the right, qualified individuals to join our team! We have 1 immediate Manual Machinist position (full-time) open within the Production area for our 1st shift at our facility in Spring, TX! This position is responsible to help insure the safety and productivity of all employees assigned to the Manual Machining department. Additionally, the Manual Machine Lead position is accountable for filling in when the CNC supervisor or Programmer is not available.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures including Health, Safety and Quality Assurance policies.
  • Manufacturing employees must comply with company Safety and Security policies including use of Personal Protective Equipment
  • Report injuries, accidents, near misses or unsafe conditions to a Supervisor or Manager immediately.
  • Coordinates with Supervisor to ensure jobs are lined up, setup and running efficiently.
  • Reads blueprint or job order for product and job specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, number of parts to be run, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
  • Sets up and operate Manual Lathes, mills, presses and grinders.
  • observes operation and inspects first run and sample work pieces for all other employees to ensure machining conforms to specifications.
  • Helps other machinist perform and trouble shoot setups and insure they are running efficiently
  • Processes First Article Inspections and verifies conformance to quality standards prior to production runs
  • Accurately completes work order paperwork/documentation
  • Ensure that work areas are always maintained in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Ensures tooling requirements and needs are reported to supervisor for procurement
  • Assist in training new hire personnel in setup procedures, measurement equipment, production expectations and specifications.
  • Assist Production Supervisors in daily activities.
  • Lead shift with minimal to no supervision required
  • Recognize and identify problem areas and assist with developing solutions
  • Issue and release work orders
  • Perform other and/or related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
  • Assist Production Supervisors in daily activities while setting the example for all other employees.
  • Leads and directs all aspects of the Manual Machine department when supervisor is unavailable
EXPERIENCE
  • 5 to 7 years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment; 2 years lead experience preferred; 5 to 7 years' experience in setup and operating Manual machine equipment such as Manual lathes, Bridgeport Mills EDM, grinders and presses. Ability to Reads and understand blueprint or job order for product and job specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, number of parts to be run, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); Associate's degree in a technical discipline or Bachelor Degree preferred Able to read, understand, interpret and follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing specifications
  • Ability to adjust to changes without compromising Quality or Performance
  • Must be able to work a shift schedule and overtime as needed, including weekends
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Must be able to stand for the duration of scheduled shift
  • Ability to manually load or unload materials onto or off of pallets, skids, platforms up to weighing 50 lbs
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close, Distance, Peripheral, Depth, and Ability to adjust focus
  • Manual dexterity using hands, fingers, and arms to push, pull, reach, grab, hold, lift, and hammer
WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Manufacturing environment with multi step process production runs on different machines. High value highly customized components and high precision manufacturing for critical service applications
  • Noise Level: Moderate to High
  • Temperature variable with season




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