CNC MACHINIST - 2nd Shift

Plasser American Corp•Chesapeake, VA

32d•$22 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It’s a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track. That’s why the Plasser American tradition begins with a promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It’s a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep them ahead of the curve. Progress is about more than getting from Point A to Point B. It’s knowing you have a trusted foundation to move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today. General Scope: Ability to operate and setup all types of CNC, NC, and conventional machines.(NIGHT SHIFT) Position Summary: Load tools in machine that have been pre-set in tool room. Load program in machine control. Take test cut and measure before finish machining. Adjust machine settings, according to blueprints, if necessary. Check and change tooling. Adjust speeds and feeds as needed. Must have the ability to make and edit programs without programmer assistance. Perform minor machine maintenance such as oil, filter and coolant levels, removal of chips from machine.

Requirements

Three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient knowledge in the Metric System/ Standard System.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must be able to operate and read precise measuring instruments associated with the job.
Must be able to operate material handling equipment associated with the job.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Responsibilities

Load tools in machine that have been pre-set in tool room.
Load program in machine control.
Take test cut and measure before finish machining.
Adjust machine settings, according to blueprints, if necessary.
Check and change tooling.
Adjust speeds and feeds as needed.
Make and edit programs without programmer assistance.
Perform minor machine maintenance such as oil, filter and coolant levels, removal of chips from machine.

Benefits

$3000 sign on bonus
Accrue 80 Hours of Paid Time Off during your first year of employment
10 Paid Holidays per year
401(k) match of $0.50 for every $1.00 you contribute up to 6% of your salary
Merit bonus after completion of the audit at the end of the fiscal year
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Short and Long Term Disability after 90 days of employment
Free Life Insurance – 2 times your annual salary
Company Events
Free employee medical and dental coverage. – valued at $7,500.00 - insurance starts on Day 1 of Employment!