Machinist IV

Progress Rail • Winston-Salem, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist IV operates and maintains CNC and other machining equipment to produce finished components for the large mining and locomotive industries. The role includes setting up machines, working with materials, monitoring production and machine efficiency, maintaining equipment, and conducting quality checks in accordance with customer specifications, company guidelines, checklists, and safety policies. Machinists may operate several types of machines and perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs, as well as train other employees.

This position is on the 1st shift in West Operations and is based inside a climate-controlled facility. Work involves oils and lubricants, and exposure to noise, vibration, cutting torches, and welding operations. Proper personal protective equipment and strict adherence to safety requirements are expected.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• For Skill Level IV, 5 or more years of experience and technical or specific experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in tight or confined spaces while installing or repairing machinery and components.
• Ability to stand for most of the workday and frequently walk, squat, kneel, and climb steps and stairs.
• Ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to meet production requirements.
• Adhere strictly to safety policies and use required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise and/or certification in advanced machining techniques.
• Certification in non-destructive testing.
• High level of machining aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to complete rework as required.
• Ability to complete machine setup as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines, including horizontal mills, engine lathes, and manual grinders, to produce finished machine components.
• Produce parts according to customer specifications, company guidelines, checklists, and safety policies.
• Use precision gauges and instruments, such as micrometers, to measure and verify parts against specifications.
• Perform drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, milling, facing, knurling, and thread-chasing operations.
• Monitor measurements and quality, detect malfunctions, troubleshoot processes, and adjust or reprogram machine controls.
• Sharpen and replace worn tools and follow quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts.
• Troubleshoot and repair various machines.
• Train other employees.
• Complete duties within the time standards allowed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no waiting period, and immediate vesting.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance.
• High-deductible health plan and health savings account with seed money.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Employee assistance plan.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Site-specific production and incentive plans.
• Site-specific step and skill-level wage adjustment plans.
• Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.
• Benefits start on the first day.
• Monthly production bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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