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Smiths Group

Manual Machinist

17 days ago by Smiths Group
  • Salary negotiable
  • Elmwood Park, NJ, US
  • Full-time
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AI summary

Manual Machinist role setting up and running conventional mills and lathes to fabricate and assemble complex metallic parts to blueprint tolerances. Smiths Group (Titeflex/US Hose/STS Aerospace) is a global manufacturer of demanding fluid and gas management products serving aerospace and industrial markets. Standout focus is on complex manual machining, tooling/fixture design, and precision verification.

Key skills
Manual machining (conventional mills and lathes)Blueprint reading and GD&T/tolerancesSetup of fixtures, cutting tools and workholdingJig borers, grinders and shapers operationFixture and tooling design/fabricationSingle-point I.D. and O.D. threading (manual lathe)Precision measurement and inspection (own gauges/tools)Deburring complex partsAssembly fitting and alignment verificationTroubleshooting machining/assembly issues with engineers
Salary not listed — comparable US manual machinist roles in New Jersey typically pay about $25–$40/hour (often roughly $52k–$83k/year depending on experience and overtime).
You'll thrive here if you’re a hands-on manual machinist who can independently set up complex jobs from blueprints, hold tight tolerances, and collaborate to solve machining issues in a fast-paced production environment.
Why apply
  • Work on complex precision parts
  • Inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace
  • Global manufacturer in aerospace markets
Company Description

Titeflex/US Hose is a global leader in creating and adapting fluid and gas management products and quality programs, Titeflex expertise can be traced to its aerospace roots at the dawning of the space age. We provided solutions and service for demanding fluid and gas transfer requirements, whether the media be corrosive, caustic or combustible, under extreme pressure, temperature and flexing conditions. Primary markets include aerospace, chemical, petro-chemical, pulp and paper, petroleum equipment, heavy equipment, compressed gas, automotive, refrigeration, transportation, and dozens of other niche markets. The company has a long history of expertise in PTFE extrusion and wire braid reinforcement, and composite hose as the new integration of flexible metal hose with the merger of US Hose. Titeflex's background and experience in stringent and demanding hose requirements plays into the strengths of our applications engineers. We are able to assimilate some of the most difficult and demanding applications known today into customer satisfaction, borrowing from our experience and core technology. Committed to quality, Titeflex Quality Systems are 3rd party certified and has received numerous other certifications and accreditations.

Job Description

STS Aerospace is looking for a Manual Machinist that sets up and operates conventional machines to fabricate metallic parts by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities


  • Studies blueprints, job plans and/or work instructions to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
  • Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers for complex jobs.
  • Design and produce quality fixtures and tooling.
  • Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
  • Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
  • Deburr complex parts.
  • Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data for experimental jobs.
  • Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly.
  • Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly.
  • Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and test operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
  • Single point I.D. and O.D. threads using manual lathes.
  • Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
  • Own tools and measuring equipment needed to assure parts are made to the proper dimensions.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members
  • Ability to operate machine equipment according to job instructions or training.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

Reference: 25765_535090532·Original posting
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