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L. S. Starrett Co. Machinist in Athol, Massachusetts
Machinist Job Summary: Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to, the following: Diversified work. Construct and assemble various special gages for measuring thickness, inside and outside diameters, concentricity, angles, depths, grooves, chamfers, and various other special purposes. Perform manual tool room machining operations, which require various regular and exacting setups to maintain close tolerances. Benchwork tasks involve filing, lapping, fitting, assembling, and adjusting to meet drawing specifications, usually assisted by a higher-class gage maker in the more difficult phases of machine setup and assembly of gages. Recognize and report for correction of basic blueprint errors such as missing dimensions or spelling. Maintain close tolerances. Detect faulty operation or defective material and report these and other questionable conditions to the foreman. Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Basic understanding of manual machining practices Basic use of measuring equipment Basic blueprint reading Mechanical aptitude Attention to detail Willingness to learn and take instruction Maintain quality to customer satisfaction Able to work in a team environment Able to maintain a safe work environment Able to lift 40lbs