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Tennessee Staffing

Journey Level Machinist

Tennessee Staffing, Chattanooga

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Join Sulzer's Global Team

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. Your main tasks and responsibilities:

  • Performs layouts, sets up, and operates conventional machine tools as required
  • Reads and interprets all drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Designs setups and methods where none exist
  • Instructs other shop personnel in proper machining techniques: set-ups, feeds and speeds for both carbide and high-speed steel cutting tools, methods and standard operating procedures
  • Improves methods for higher quality and improved costs
  • Assists maintenance in diagnosis, repair, and preventative maintenance
  • Operates jib cranes and forklifts as directed by Supervisor/Area Supervisor
  • Supports, cooperates with, and participates in company-wide safety program which includes following all safety policies and procedures
  • Supports and cooperates in company-wide quality management effort
  • Performs other duties as necessary

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Completion of a machinist apprentice program or equivalent training
  • Ability to hold close tolerances and conduct component inspections
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively set up all, or at least most, of the following machines: I.D./O.D. grinder, turret lathe, engine lathe, knee mill, radial drill, horizontal boring mill, vertical boring mill, and planer mill
  • Ability to perform with a minimum of direct supervision
  • Working knowledge of tool geometry and application
  • Working knowledge of effects of feeds and speeds
  • 4 years experience in machine shops on the above equipment
  • Willingness to work in a team environment
  • Ability to work overtime as required

What we offer you:

  • Paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays, plus paid time off to volunteer
  • 401(k) plan with a 6% company match
  • Comprehensive benefits program, including, medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability
  • Motivating wellness program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Service awards at 5 years
  • Paid paternal leave
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Health savings account with employer matching

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role. Do you have a question about the role? Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.