Valve Machining Technician

The Junior Valve Machining Technician assists in operating machines and tools used for manufacturing valve components such as valve bodies, stems, guides, and seats. Under close supervision, the technician follows machining instructions, loads/unloads parts, and performs basic quality checks. The role emphasizes safety, learning machine operations, and maintaining productivity standards in a precision machining environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in operating CNC or manual machines (turning, milling, drilling, grinding) for valve part production.

• Load raw materials, monitor basic machining operations, and unload finished components.

• Follow work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety guidelines during production.

• Perform basic visual inspections and simple dimensional checks using calipers, micrometers, or gauges.

• Support machine cleaning, tool changes, and workplace housekeeping tasks.

• Identify and report abnormalities in part finish, tool wear, or machine behavior to the supervisor.

• Maintain production logs and part traceability documentation as instructed.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Machine Operation Support:

   • Learn basic CNC/lathe/milling operations under supervision.

   • Assist in loading/unloading components and setting basic work parameters.

2. Dimensional Inspection & Quality Awareness:

   • Perform basic measurements (diameter, depth, concentricity) to verify machining accuracy.

   • Understand common machining defects and report any inconsistencies.

3. Workplace Safety & Discipline:

   • Adhere to all safety norms, PPE usage, and emergency procedures.

   • Maintain clean and organized workstations per 5S principles.

4. Learning & Skill Development:

   • Gain knowledge in reading machining drawings, surface finish standards, and tooling basics.

   • Shadow experienced technicians to build hands-on expertise.

5. Documentation & Communication:

   • Accurately record part counts, basic inspection results, and operator entries.

   • Communicate clearly with team leads about issues or delays.

Qualifications:

• ITI or Diploma in Mechanical / Machinist / Fitter / Production Engineering.

• 0–2 years of experience in machining or manufacturing environment (apprenticeship/internship acceptable).

• Basic knowledge of machine tools and measurement instruments.

• Willingness to learn CNC operations, machining processes, and safety protocols.

• Good attitude toward teamwork, quality, and punctuality.