North American Fire Hose is currently looking for an entry level manual machinist to work during the 1st shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm). We are looking for candidates with some mechanical experience and fundamental understanding of technical drawings. Applicant must be reliable and very willing to learn.

We do NOT have a CNC, and thus are looking for someone with manual machining experience. As we do not have enough machining work to fill a full time position, candidates filling this opening will be expected to spend a substantial amount of time assisting our Maintenance team who are responsible for keeping all of our various machines and equipment running.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output

· Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job

· Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping

· Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job

· Determine speed of machine etc.

· Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues

· Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects

· Keep records of approved and defective units or final products

· Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages

Education, Training, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

· Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements

· Knowledge of the properties of metal and other material

· Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals

· Good at math with analytical abilities

· Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items

· High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset

North American Fire Hose Corporation has had their manufacturing plant and offices in Santa Maria for 25 years. We are an equal opportunity employer who provides a full breadth of benefits, including health insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

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

Work Location: In person