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Job Title


Machinist


Company : Genuine Parts Company


Location : Greenville, SC


Created : 2025-12-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

SUMMARY: Under direct supervision, sets up, operates, and adjusts various types of conventional or automatic machines including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other precision equipment. Works from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment. Work is routine and machining is performed to ordinary tolerances. JOB DUTIES u2022 Machines parts to specifications, using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers or grinders. Sets up, adjusts or operates basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations. u2022 Measures, examines or tests completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers. Calculates dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or Vernier calipers. u2022 Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. Maintains machine tools in proper operational condition. Operates equipment to verify operational efficiency. u2022 Studies sample parts, blueprints, drawings or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products. u2022 Uses various bandsaws, cutoff wheels, table saws, and pedestal grinders. u2022 Lays out, measures and marks metal stock to display placement of cuts. Fits and assembles parts to make or repair machine tools. Sets up or operates metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding or cutting equipment. u2022 Installs repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment. Checks work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled. u2022 Designs fixtures, tooling or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs. u2022 Supports metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics. Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance. u2022 Tests experimental models under simulated operating conditions for purposes such as development, standardization or feasibility of design. Install experimental parts or assemblies, such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants or batteries into machines or mechanisms. u2022 Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Typically requires a high school diploma or GED. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES u2022 Knowledge of various metals and measurements used in machining processes required. u2022 Knowledge of machinist, CAD and/or CAM software required. u2022 Knowledge of mathematics and its application required. u2022 Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods required. u2022 Knowledge of monitoring gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly required. u2022 Ability to safely use or learn to use piranha, metal shear, and metal breaks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires manual dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination. Ability to live 50 pounds or more and stand for extended periods of time. COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay. Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.