Second Shift - Machinist - CNC machines
About The Position
This is more than a machine operator role. It’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Mate, people build long-term careers because they’re supported, challenged, and appreciated for the work they do. In this role, you’ll set up and operate CNC and conventional machines and machining centers to produce precision components while meeting quality, productivity, and delivery expectations. You’ll work with blueprints and GD&T requirements, inspect your own work using precision measuring tools, and troubleshoot issues to help keep production running smoothly. You’ll also collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support continuous improvement efforts such as 5S, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping. Success in this role comes from strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, a commitment to quality, and a willingness to support the team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience operating CNC and/or conventional machining equipment.
- Strong knowledge of machine tooling, fixtures, machining processes, blueprint reading, and GD&T.
- Comfortable using precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
- Basic familiarity with machine programming features and ERP systems.
- Strong math skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Dependable, safety-focused mindset.
Nice To Haves
- Two-year technical degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC and conventional machines and machining centers to produce precision components while meeting quality, productivity, and delivery expectations.
- Work with blueprints and GD&T requirements.
- Inspect own work using precision measuring tools.
- Troubleshoot issues to help keep production running smoothly.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support continuous improvement efforts such as 5S, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping.
Benefits
- Competitive pay ranging from $29.85 – $39.36 per hour + $1.00 per hour shift differential
- Shift schedule options: Mon–Fri, 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. (5 days x 8 hrs) OR Mon-Thurs 3:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. (4 days x 10 hrs)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance options
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Floating Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness Program with reduced insurance premiums with program participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
