Machinist - Night Shift

STERIS•Montgomery, AL

14h

About The Position

At STERIS, Machinists help produce innovative healthcare and life science products and service solutions. This role machines quality parts cost-effectively for surgical equipment and related items and/or contracted business. The schedule is 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday. The Machinist sets up and operates CNC and conventional machines, including mills, lathes, and grinders, while maintaining print tolerances. The role involves adjusting machine controls, retrieving machine data, interpreting engineering and production documents, and inspecting parts with precision measuring instruments. It also requires following safety and quality procedures, maintaining a clean work area using 5S principles, reporting safety or work-related issues, managing tool life, completing assignments safely and promptly, and assisting with training other operators. STERIS offers competitive pay, paid time off and holidays, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, parental leave, pet insurance discounts, tuition reimbursement, continuing education programs, and eligibility for bonus participation. The listed pay range is $23.49–$30.40; actual pay may depend on factors including location, experience, education, certifications, and language fluency.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to set up and operate CNC and conventional lathes and mills.
Ability to read and interpret current engineering blueprints and production specifications.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments and gauges, such as calipers and micrometers.
Strong math skills and the ability to apply them.
At least two years of machinist experience.
Ability to make decisions and remain quality-focused.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and members of the leadership team.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral work instructions.
Ability to adapt to conditions dictated by business requirements.
Ability to work with others.
Willingness to work overtime if required.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree.
Knowledge, understanding, and application of Lean Manufacturing tools, including 5S, Kanban inventory, visual management, waste elimination, and root cause problem solving.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC and conventional machines, including mills, lathes, and grinders, while maintaining specified print tolerances.
Calculate and set machine controls, including speeds, feeds, and overrides, to support repeatable machining.
Enter command codes to retrieve machine data for program restarts and alarms.
Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, process documents, travelers, and other work documents.
Inspect parts using precision measuring devices, gauges, and instruments to confirm print tolerances and in-process dimensions.
Wear required safety equipment and follow safety rules and policies.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment using 5S principles of Lean Manufacturing.
Immediately report safety issues, irregularities, and discrepancies relating to job functions and assignments.
Complete job functions and assignments in a timely and safe manner, following STERIS policies and procedures.
Apply tool-life management to identify premature wear of tools and inserts.
Assist with training other operators.