Job Title: Inside Manual Machinist Location: Morgan City, LA Position Overview: The Inside Manual Machinist fabricates machine components such as shafts, rudder stocks, stern tubes, etc., using manual machinery. Key Responsibilities: • Operate manual mills, lathes, and drill presses to fabricate machine components. • Use measuring tools such as dial calipers and micrometers to ensure precision. • Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and work instructions to complete tasks accurately. • Perform quality checks on finished components to ensure they meet specifications. Experience: • Minimum of 1 year of experience with manual and CNC machining. Skills and Abilities: • Proficiency in operating manual mills, lathes, and drill presses. • Ability to use measuring tools (dial calipers and micrometers). • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and work instructions. • Strong understanding of machining techniques and best practices. • Attention to detail and precision in fabricating components. • Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team. • Effective communication skills to collaborate with other team members and departments. Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.
See More Details >>Description: Seamstress/Sewing Machine Operator We are looking for a detail-oriented, results driven industrial Seamstress to join the LAPCO Manufacturing, Inc. team. The main responsibility of this role is to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency with various fabrics and sewing machine techniques. Supervisory Responsibilities: • None Duties/Responsibilities: • Maintain production and quality standards set by management to sew and/or stitch products to specific criteria and specifications. • Ability to perform sewing functions using needles, scissors, and other items necessary. • Posses a sense of urgency to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced team environment. • Ability to prioritize, multitask, organize with good hand-eye coordination. • Ensuring that sewing machine and other equipment are in good working order. • Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain accuracy. • Ability to work well independently as well as a member of a team. • Ability to perform repetitive tasks. • Ensure work areas are always safe and secure. • Knowledge of basic math skills to measure garments before adding the tape, and/or creating hems. • Perform other duties and tasks as assigned to meet business needs. Requirements: • Effective communication skills. • Strong work ethics. • The ability to work under time constraints. • Ability to follow direction. • Well organized, self-motivated, and a quick learner. • Good with math and working with numbers and measurements. • Proven ability to solve problems creatively. • Experience in a manufacturing environment. • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and reach for long periods of time. • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. • During peak seasons may require working weekends. • Must be physically able to function within all process steps of the sewing department. Education/Experience: • High School diploma or GED (required). • One to three years of sewing experience. • Familiarity with different types of sewing machines and heat press.
See More Details >>ABOUT Navy ships are constantly crossing the ocean, traveling hundreds of thousands of miles to the shores of every continent on Earth. As a Machinist’s Mate, you help ensure your ship arrives safely by maintaining the propulsion and auxiliary systems that get the crew in place for the mission. Your experience will include work across every inch of the ship, so whether you’re repairing a steam turbine or adjusting an aircraft elevator, you can expect to gain thorough working knowledge of all things mechanical on ships like cruisers and destroyers. The mission of the Navy Reserve is to provide strategic depth and deliver operational capabilities to the Navy and Marine Corps team and Joint forces, in times of peace or war. Navy Reserve Sailors seamlessly support and actively aid that mission, all while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Machinist’s Mates (MM) are responsible for operating and maintaining ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment and outside machinery. Specifically, your job responsibilities as an MM may include: • Aligning piping systems for oil, water, air and steam • Operating ship boilers and steam turbines used for ship propulsion • Operating turbo generators used to produce electrical power • Cleaning, adjusting, testing and maintaining boilers, engines, generators • Maintaining auxiliary machinery including steering engines, elevators, winches, pumps and valves • Operating and maintaining water desalination plants • Maintaining refrigeration plants, air conditioning systems and galley equipment • Repairing valves, pumps, heat exchangers, compressors, steam turbines and hydraulic and pneumatic devices • Creating and analyzing machinery operating reports and records PAY & BENEFITS When you serve your country, you become a part of something truly important – and you deserve to be rewarded accordingly. Navy Reserve Sailors enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, from state-of-the- art training to extensive educational assistance, VA benefits and more. In return for your service and dedication, the Navy Reserve provides you with the benefits to succeed in both your military and civilian lives: • Receive 4 days of basic pay for only 2 days worked (16 hours) each drill weekend • Opportunities to acquire new skills and sharpen existing ones, enhancing your civilian career • Educational assistance • Tax-free, worldwide Navy Exchange and commissary privileges for you and your family • VA guaranteed home loans • Low-cost insurance options, including up to $400,000 in life insurance • Travel opportunities • Earn points toward retirement benefits every time you drill • Retirement after 20 qualifying years • TRICARE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy Reserve Sailors continue to hold educational opportunities through Tuition Assistance, DANTES and their post 9/11 or Montgomery GI Bill. Further education opportunities are also available through the US Naval War College and Senior Enlisted Academy, as well as certifications and licenses available through the Navy Credentialing Opportunities Online (COOL). QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • U.S. citizen or equivalent • High school graduate or equivalent • 17 years of age or older General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before. This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Navy. The application is for a specific position within the Navy. WORK ENVIRONMENT Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes. Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Life insurance • Retirement plan Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Morgan City, LA typically begins with specialized training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Training programs last about four to five years, requiring extensive hours of supervised work under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Morgan City, LA, machinists earn an average of $939 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,285 per week. Vocational schools, apprenticeships, and industry associations help aspiring machinists find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a stable job market, especially with the growing demand for skilled machinists in advanced manufacturing sectors.
