Manual Machinist (Day Shift)

We are Hydro, Inc., a global, industrial pump re-engineering company with corporate headquarters in Chicago. As the largest privately held pump re-engineering organization in the world, Hydro's provided engineering expertise, pump repair and support services to the industry since 1969.

We have a fantastic full time career opportunity for a qualified Manual Lathe Machinist to work in La Porte, Texas. An excellent compensation and benefits package is available for a qualified candidate.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manual Machinist is responsible for the operation of large industrial machines while making various pump parts to precise specifications. You will utilize your skills to develop and maintain these parts utilizing knowledge of metal properties, set ups, layouts, and precision machining procedures. The successful candidate will be familiar with machining on equipment such as a manual lathe

Key Job Responsibilities and Qualifications:

· Performing layouts, setting up and operating conventional machine tools as required

· Reading and interpreting all drawings, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

· Must be able to hold very close tolerances (+/- 0.001”).

· Can inspect parts using all micrometers for checking diameters, lengths and depths, and grooves, slots, and drill dimensions

· Experienced in machining pump components such as shafts, cases, impellers, wear-rings, bearing housings.

· Follows instruction from a traveler/router and machining procedures to perform the machining process.

· Continually improving methods to deliver higher quality machined parts

· Attention to detail with a results driven background

· Excellent communication skills

· Willing to work overtime as required

· Journeyman machinist or 5 years of experience / or comparable experience within the aftermarket pump or rotating equipment industry preferred.

· High school diploma or equivalent

Hydro values our employees and we offer a great team and work environment for you with a competitive benefits package and a matching 401k plan.

Come join us!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Manual Machining: 5 years (Required)
• Rotating equipment: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• La Porte, TX 77571: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person