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We take pride in fostering a caring and innovative culture that enables us to collectively grow and overcome challenges in a connected, collaborative, and mutually respectful environment that calls us to help Make Tomorrow Better.
Role Overview:
Could you be our next Lead Machinist? Globe Life is looking for a Lead Machinist to join the team!
In this role, you will be responsible for making, assembling or repairing parts as needed for all areas of production at GMS. To assist in repairs and preventative maintenance in all areas of production at GMS. To help maintain parts inventory for repairs to all machinery. Assist in any aspects of repairs and maintenance.
This is an on-site role located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
What You Will Do:
- Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such micrometers and vernier calipers.
- Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
- Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
- Set up, adjust, and operate all the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Study samples parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
- Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
- Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts.
- Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
- Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled.
- Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
- Position and fasten work pieces.
- Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
- Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment.
- Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
- Advise departments about the materials being used for finished products.
- Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information.
- Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed.
- Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products, using a variety of metalworking machines.
- Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics.
- Confer with numerical control programmers to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly, and that output will meet specifications.
- Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools.
- Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup and production.
- Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs. Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance.
- Install experimental parts and assemblies such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, and batteries into machines and mechanisms.
- Set up and operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, and cutting equipment.
- Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions for such purposes as development, standardization, and feasibility of design.
- Understand and comply with all safety regulations.
- Any tasks or duties given by management.
What You Can Bring:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 5 years of mechanical.
- 5 years of electrical.
- 5 years of machinist experience.
- Printing experience preferred.
- Advanced mechanical and electrical skills.
- Cost control knowledge.
- Self-motivated.
- Team player.
- Communication with all employees.
Applicable To All Employees of Globe Life Family of Companies:
- Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift.
- Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications.
How Globe Life Will Support You:
Looking to continue your career in an environment that values your contribution and invests in your growth? We've curated a benefits package that helps to ensure that you don’t just work, but thrive at Globe Life:
- Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because we believe that taking care of your well-being is fundamental to your performance.
- Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401k and pension plan.
- Wellness club reimbursements and gym discounts to help you stay on top of your health.
- Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Development training programs to enhance your skills and career progression and unlock your full potential.
Opportunity awaits! Invest in your professional legacy, realize your path, and see the direct impact you can make in a workplace that celebrates and harnesses your unique talents and perspectives to their fullest potential. At Globe Life, your voice matters.