ACME Screw Machine Setup Technician - Multiple Shifts

MacLean-Fogg•Plymouth Charter Township, MI

10d•$30 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

MacLean-Fogg is seeking an experienced ACME Screw Machine Setup Technician for its on-site manufacturing facility in Plymouth, Michigan. This skilled machining role leads advanced machine setups, produces precision components to tight tolerances, troubleshoots complex machining challenges, and works with engineering and quality teams. The technician also mentors other machinists and supports improvements in safety, efficiency, process reliability, and product quality. The position is full-time and hourly, with first- or second-shift availability Monday through Friday. The offered pay range is $30.00–$37.00 per hour. Overtime may be required based on business needs. The role requires hands-on work with precision machining equipment in a manufacturing environment. Conditions may include machinery noise, oils, and fluctuating temperatures. Employees must consistently use required personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures. The position requires standing, walking, and working at machines for extended periods, including shifts of up to 12 hours; frequently handling materials, tools, or parts weighing up to 50 pounds; manual dexterity; and visual acuity for gauges, blueprints, and detailed inspections. These requirements apply with or without reasonable accommodation. After a conditional offer, a pre-employment drug screen is required. MacLean-Fogg is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.

Requirements

More than 5 years of machining and machine setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
Advanced knowledge of CNC programming, machining processes, cutting tools, and precision machining techniques.
Demonstrated ability to perform complex machine setups and troubleshoot machining challenges involving tight tolerances and complex geometries.
Experience training, mentoring, and developing other machinists.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively across engineering, quality, and production teams.
Ability to apply technical knowledge, precision measurement methods, and problem-solving skills to improve machining performance and product quality.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing and walking for extended periods, frequently handling items up to 50 pounds, manual dexterity, and visual acuity.
Consistent use of required personal protective equipment and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Lead advanced ACME screw machine setups, including tool selection, fixture design, advanced machining techniques, and multi-axis CNC programming.
Perform complex precision machining operations to produce components with tight tolerances and intricate geometries while maintaining quality standards.
Diagnose and resolve complex setup and machining challenges, including tool wear, dimensional drift, and equipment performance issues.
Partner with engineering teams to improve part designs, optimize machining processes, and develop manufacturing solutions.
Train, mentor, and certify Level 1 and Level 2 machinists.
Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures, machine setup instructions, and machining best practices.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, machining efficiency, process reliability, and part quality.
Collaborate with quality and production teams to resolve recurring dimensional and process issues.
Oversee testing and validation of new machining methods or technologies.
Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.