Machinist I

DAKOTALAND MANUFACTURING • Watertown, SD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist I produces machined parts and components by operating computer numerical control (CNC) equipment, vertical mills, lathes, and conventional machines. The role supports and promotes the company’s Vision, Mission, and Values, using UPSCALE as its foundation. Work is performed in a manufacturing environment that may involve moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises. Safety glasses and work boots are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
• Ability to work with various types of metal-forming constraints with guidance.
• Flexible and responsive, with a strong teamwork orientation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Understanding and support of company policies and procedures.
• Regularly talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift or move up to 40 pounds; occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Follow basic safety precautions when working with exposure to hazards or physical risks; use safety glasses and work boots.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced technical education is a plus.
• A minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders.
• Operate basic machine tools and specialized or advanced variations to perform precision machining operations.
• Measure, examine, or test completed units using precision instruments such as micrometers to identify defects and verify conformance to specifications.
• Position and fasten work pieces.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
• Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.
• Dispose of scrap and waste materials in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Separate scrap waste and related materials for reuse, recycling, or disposal.
• Support and promote the company Vision, Mission, and Values, using UPSCALE as the foundation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED