Machinist - Night Shift (Evergreen)

Vermeer Corporation • Des Moines, IA

20h • $26 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Vermeer is seeking a Machinist I to learn and perform precision machining in support of manufacturing components for Vermeer equipment. The role involves setting up and operating machining and fabrication equipment, interpreting drawings, selecting tooling and fixtures, making basic control adjustments, and inspecting parts to ensure they meet specifications. The machinist works with a focus on safety, quality, equipment care, throughput, and continuous improvement. This is an onsite, third-shift position with no travel expected.

Requirements

• Ability to successfully complete the Vermeer Machining Training Program.
• Ability to learn and apply part-quality verification techniques using micrometers, calipers, and height gauges, document results, and maintain tight tolerances.
• Readiness to set up and operate CNC machining centers, CNC turning centers, press brakes, lasers, drills, benders, and plate cutters.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T; select tooling and work-holding fixtures, load programs, make basic control edits, and update tool and work offsets as directed.
• Commitment to safety, equipment care, and workplace organization, including following EHS, LOTO, and PPE procedures and performing TPM.

Nice To Haves

• Entry-level machining experience or formal training through a technical school, apprenticeship, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers, CNC turning centers, press brakes, lasers, drills, benders, and plate cutters to manufacture parts to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T; select tooling and work-holding fixtures and load programs to meet tolerance requirements.
• Make basic program edits at the machine control and update tool and work offsets as directed.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and height gauges, document results, and maintain tight tolerances.
• Safely load and unload raw materials and finished products, using overhead or jib cranes and hoists and following rigging, EHS, LOTO, and PPE procedures.
• Apply shop math, including decimals, fractions, and basic trigonometry, to support accuracy, cycle time, and process optimization.
• Meet rate and throughput targets while minimizing scrap; perform routine equipment checks and TPM, support 5S/lean initiatives, and contribute to continuous improvement by escalating issues that may affect uptime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed