Manual Machinist (VTL) / NS at WeldFit in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Since our beginning over 50 years ago, WeldFit has become a leading manufacturer of standard and custom products for the pipeline, refining and petrochemical industries. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, our products are used around the world. Known for quality and reliability.

Job Summary / Responsibilities:
Responsible for the operation of manual machines. Responsible for performing machine maintenance and repairs by performing the following duties.

Other Duties / Expectations:

• Reports to the Machine Shop Lead man.


• Report any manufacturing error to your supervisor.


• Immediately report incident / accident to your immediate supervisor when they happen.


• Adhere to Company Safety Rules and Regulations.


• Always wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.


• Must be able to perform basic Housekeeping and Machine Maintenance.


• Must be able to work with fractions, decimals, trigonometry, etc.


• Must be able to use precision measuring instruments.


• Must be able to perform machine set-ups without assistance.


• Perform quality checks on parts using inspection devices


• Work with your supervisor to achieve good production result at all times.


• Discuss ways to improve processes in the shop with the plant manager.


• Ask questions when drawings are not clear or too complicated to interpret.


• Must be able to read Blueprints/Machine Drawings and understand manufacturing documents/specifications.


• Update time on job orders accurately


• Double check completed work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend and climb


• Capability of lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• 3-5 years of experience required machining similar types of products


• Experience with oilfield products preferred

Required Skills:

• Oral Communication Skills


• Reading Skills


• Manual Dexterity Skills


• Math Aptitude


• Project Management


• Time Management


• Written Communication Skills


• Physical Dexterity Skills


• Mechanical Aptitude


• Organization


• Blueprint Reading Skills