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Traditional Journeyman Machinist

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Manufacturing

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Location

Garden Grove, California

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Salary

$60,000 - $70,000

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Traditional Journeyman Machinist / Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Technician

Location: Garden Grove, CA

Salary Range:

$30-36/hour

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced and skilled Journeyman Machinist to join our team. This role involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting various machinery and equipment to produce high-quality components and perform industrial maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tool and die making, the ability to reverse engineer parts, and a commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards.

Traditional Journeyman Machinist

As a Traditional Journeyman Machinist, you will take on responsibilities beyond standard machinist work, adapting to various tasks across the facility. This role requires versatility, technical expertise, and a strong work ethic to support machining, fabrication, maintenance, and leadership duties.

Key Responsibilities:

Machining & Fabrication

  • Operate manual machinery, including lathes, mills, and surface grinders, to fabricate, repair, and reverse-engineer industrial components.
  • Work on molds for injection molding machines and parts for can manufacturing equipment.
  • Ensure all fabricated components meet precise specifications and quality standards.

Facility & Equipment Maintenance

  • Perform maintenance tasks beyond machining, including plumbing, electrical repairs, and general facility upkeep.
  • Troubleshoot and repair building systems, from fixing plumbing issues to handling electrical wiring and system diagnostics.

Machine Building & Repair

  • Assemble, modify, and repair industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Reverse-engineer existing components to create accurate replicas or improved versions.

Leadership & Training

  • Supervise and guide a small team, ensuring smooth operations and skill development.
  • Train under the Machine Shop Foreman to learn company-specific processes, documentation, and maintenance tracking.

Quality Control & Compliance

  • Conduct precision checks on fabricated parts to ensure dimensional accuracy.
  • Maintain thorough documentation of production, maintenance, and repair activities.
  • Adhere to all safety regulations and company protocols to maintain a secure working environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required:

  • Experience: 5+ years in a traditional machine shop or industrial setting.
  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in operating manual lathes, mills, and grinders.
  • Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
  • Mechanical Aptitude: Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Preventive Maintenance: Familiarity with industrial safety standards and preventive maintenance programs.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks safely.

Preferred:

  • Completion of a formal machinist apprenticeship or equivalent training.
  • Experience in basic drafting and engineering drawing interpretation.
  • Forklift and crane operation experience.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary & benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development & career advancement
  • A supportive & innovative work environment within a leading manufacturer in the food-grade container industry

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