Production Manual Machinist
CNC- only experience would not be a match for this position. Hiring needs are specifically for candidates with hands-on manual machining experience.
What We Do
Exotech is a metals processing company in Pompano Beach, Florida and has been a family owned and operated business for 30 years. We recover and recycle a number of rare and minor metals such as Tantalum, Niobium, Molybdenum, Tungsten, Zirconium, Hafnium, Nickel, Titanium, Germanium, Indium, and their alloys. Our products are used by specialty alloy producers and shipped worldwide. Diverse in-house processing capabilities, proprietary equipment, and an absolute world class level of customer service ensures our ability to provide superior quality to our customers.
Culture
Exotech is a fast-paced and energetic environment, where no day is the same. We are constantly seeking out innovative solutions and better ways of doing things. We're passionate about the work that we do, but also mindful of the challenges the world faces. We don't take ourselves too seriously, and we like to keep things fun. Our culture has been described by our employees as a company that is open to change, like a family, interested in growth, fun, and truly a team.
Every employee plays an important role by contributing new ideas to improve operations and everything we do. Regardless of your level in the organization, there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change. Hardworking values and fundamentals are integrated into all that we do. Our benefits are world class, and we take care of our employees to make sure they are comfortable, safe, and happy while doing their job. Come grow with us. We are interested in developing and nurturing the next generation of talent.
Position
We are seeking an experienced Production Manual Machinist IV to join our high-production metals processing operation in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Our manual machining equipment includes lathes, mills, horizontal band saws, and vertical band saws used as part of a production process to cut, size, and separate various metals for recycling and recovering minor metals.
The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge on how to operate manual lathes, mills, horizontal band saws, and vertical band saws and has hands-on experience operating manual lathes, mills, and band saws.
This is not a traditional parts-manufacturing machine shop position. We do not manufacture finished parts or components.
Compensation, Benefits, Schedule, and Location
- Compensation: The salary range is $32 to 35 per hour + Bonus
- Benefits: Generous paid time off, medical insurance, life insurance and short-term disability insurance is covered at 100% for the employee, vision, dental, and long-term disability insurance, and 401k employer matching up to 4% of salary
- Schedule: Typical work hours are 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Location: Pompano Beach, Florida
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, horizontal band saws, and vertical band saws to produce precision parts
- Ability to operate a manual lathe independently
- Use manual machining equipment to cut, size, and separate metals rather than manufacture finished parts
- Measure cuts accurately using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
- Set up and calibrate equipment to maintain consistent and accurate processing
- Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as necessary
- Monitor and maintain proper coolant levels
- Change saw blades, cutting tools, and tooling as required
- Perform preventive maintenance and routine cleaning of machinery
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area
- Complete required production paperwork and documentation
- Process a variety of metals safely and efficiently while meeting production requirements
- Work collaboratively with production team members to meet daily production goals
- Cross-train on multiple machines and metal-processing operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Equivalent experience in the aerospace or automotive industries will also be considered
- 5-8 years of experience operating manual machining equipment
- Knowledge of operating manual lathes, mills, horizontal band saws, and vertical band saws
- Strong hands-on experience operating manual lathes, mills, and band saws
- Comfortable working in a high-production manufacturing/processing environment
- Strong understanding of measuring tools, machine setup, and calibration
- Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to safely work with different types, shapes, and sizes of metal
- Ability to maintain quality and consistency while meeting production expectations
- Ability to operate a manual lathe independently
- Comfortable standing and operating equipment for extended periods
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a production team
- Great attention to details, dependable, punctual, and self-motivated
- Willingness to cross-train on multiple operations
- Basic computer skills for logging work and completing documentation
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms as well as have the ability to stand for extended periods of time and for the duration of the shift.
Language Skills
Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Ability to effectively interpret instructions and communicate with other employees in a professional and respectful manner.
Exotech is a Drug Free Company, and all applicants are required to pass drug screening
Exotech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have personally setting up and operating a MANUAL LATHE (non-CNC)?
- Do you have hands-on experience operating a manual/conventional lathe where you manually control the machine and cutting process? CNC lathe experience alone does NOT qualify.
Work Location: In person
