MACHINIST

Carter Machinery•Salem, VA

4d•$22 - $33

About The Position

The Machinist fabricates, re-engineers, repairs, and assembles metal parts and components using conventional machines in a job shop environment. The role repairs broken or damaged equipment and parts to enable economical salvage, and fabricates, machines, and assembles components. Operations include boring, facing, milling, tapping, burning, welding, and cutting. The position is based in Salem, Virginia, on the first shift, with a starting compensation range of $22.44–$33.48 per hour. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible new Conventional Machinist hires, payable after 90 days of employment.

Requirements

Minimum two years' experience machining heavy equipment and components with portable machines and shop manual machines.
High school diploma or GED.
Strong mechanical and design abilities, including the ability to apply knowledge of parts, components, and equipment.
Ability to occasionally operate heavy machinery.
Ability to interact positively with a supervisor and understand problems and concerns related to a repair.
Ability to work as an integral part of a team and to work with limited supervision in a self-directed and organized manner.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
Ability to handle high-volume work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Proficient computer skills for ordering parts and referencing orders.
Strong mathematical skills.
Excellent driving record.

Nice To Haves

Background in salvage-related machining and experience operating manual machines.
Welding skills.
Certificate of technical training and/or knowledge in machining and welding.
Machining and welding certifications.

Responsibilities

Fabricate, re-engineer, repair, and assemble metal parts and components using conventional machines.
Repair broken or damaged equipment and parts to allow economical salvage of components.
Perform machining operations including boring, facing, milling, and tapping, as well as burning, welding, and cutting.
Promote a positive customer experience.
Uphold the company's Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.
Provide guidance to less experienced machinists.

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible new Conventional Machinist hires, payable after 90 days of employment.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
401(k) with a $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
Life and disability insurance.
In-house training instructors and programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tool allowances and tool loans.
Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles.
Opportunities for overtime.
Shift differential, if applicable.
Potential participation in performance-based incentive programs.