2nd Shift CNC Machinist
About The Position
Gleason is seeking CNC Machinists/Operators for its manufacturing team. The role involves documentation-based tasks and hands-on machine operations to produce precision components. Depending on the employee’s expertise, equipment may include CNC lathes, boring mills, milling machines, grinding machines, and shapers. The position emphasizes craftsmanship, quality, teamwork, and opportunities to develop skills and build a long-term career. The role is in a modern, clean, air-conditioned manufacturing facility with state-of-the-art equipment. The work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:30 PM–1:30 AM; the training schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM. Applicants offered employment complete substance and physical capacity testing. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience, and may vary based on factors including schedule, shift premiums, and overtime.
Requirements
- Previous CNC machine operation experience.
- Ability to learn specific computer software and systems.
- Knowledge of trade mathematics.
- Ability to multitask and engage in work-related activities to maximize productivity.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Willingness to meet productivity targets and metrics.
- Ability to perform essential duties in a manufacturing environment, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
- Applicants offered employment must complete substance and physical capacity testing.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, program readouts, and technical directives to identify materials and cutting tools and determine finished-part features, dimensions, and tolerances.
- Complete machine setups.
- Follow instructions for blueprint dimensions, operation sequence, machine feeds and speeds, tooling, alignment processes, and predetermined machined dimensions.
- Align parts in machines using specified methods and reference points, keeping material, fixtures, and machine stops clear of chips and particles.
- Recognize defective tooling, improper coolant flow, the need to change speeds or feeds, machine malfunctions, and dimensional deviations; adjust the machine, cutting tool, or fixture, or seek assistance from a higher-level machinist.
- Use measuring instruments to achieve and maintain critical dimensions and tolerances during machining.
- Check dimensional accuracy and maintain dimensions using fixtures or preset machine stops, as appropriate to the tolerances.
- Follow other instructions and perform other duties requested by a manager or supervisor.
Benefits
- 6% company 401(k) match
- Flexible scheduling options available in some departments
- NYS Certified Apprenticeship Program
- Shift premiums for second and third shifts
- Formal and informal development opportunities
- Progressive compensation program based on skill and merit
- Internal and external training opportunities
- Paid holidays, PTO, and sick time
- Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
- Wellness reimbursement
- Opportunity to join onsite fitness facility
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary or company-paid life insurance
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement, eligible one year after hire with management approval
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
