Entering the machining trade in Laurel, MS, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with an average salary of $42,147 per year, translating to about $810 per week. In Laurel, MS, machinists can expect to earn an average of $465 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $1,000 per week. Vocational schools, unions, and training programs offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and opportunities for advancement in this essential manufacturing field.
Puckett Machinery Company is the Caterpillar® heavy equipment, rental services, and power systems dealer for central and southern Mississippi. As the industry leader in our territory with 15 locations, helping our customers succeed is our number one priority. We are seeking a Machinist at Puckett MetalWorx, our custom metal fabrication company, located in Stringer MS. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, specialized training, and a standard workweek schedule. The Machinist is responsible for the operation of CNC machines, manual mills, and lathes to perform diversified progressive multi-tooled machining of custom and production parts and assemblies. This is an intermediate level skilled trade position working independently in a manufacturing setting. The position reports to the Welding/Machining Supervisor. Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities: Independently setup and operate CNC and manual mills and lathes to perform diversified progressive multi-tooled machining of custom and production parts and assemblies in accordance with all prescribed safety and quality standards. Perform operations such as turning, boring, and facing. Start and monitor machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required. Verify conformance of finished work-piece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools, in accordance with all prescribed quality standards and procedures. Keep supervisor regularly apprised of status of assigned work and to report/resolve equipment or quality issues. Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines. Maintain work area, tools, and equipment to promote a clean and safe environment in accordance with all prescribed contamination control protocols. Maintain a professional and proper personal appearance at all times. Keep up to date with developments in machining, tooling, technologies and systems. Looking for more jobs near me. Find your favorite job now by visiting our jobs page.
See More Details >>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES SKILLS: Follow oral and written instructions Ability to multi-task Read cutting bills (blueprints) Read a tape measure Use of power tools such as nail gun and glue gun Basic math skills Carpentry is a plus PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Stand and walk for long periods of time Push, pull, and lift panels, doors, carts Some positions will require heavy lifting EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED: Basic hand tools Nail gun Glue gun PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED: OSHA required and approved safety glasses, ear plugs, and safety glasses. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.21/hr Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Schedule: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: Laurel, MS 39440: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Wire and RAM EDM Machinist to join our team at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. As a member of our fabrication team, you will be instrumental in helping us manufacture cutting-edge spacecraft, undersea hardware, shipboard test systems, and communication components that meet AS9100 standards. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, programming, and operating wire and RAM EDM equipment, as well as conventional machines, with minimal supervision. You will also perform in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments and communicate with engineers and designers to collaborate on complex designs and provide fabrication insight to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of experience with setup, programming, and operation of EDM machining equipment, as well as CAD/CAM programming software. They will also be able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by their start date and ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance.
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