Machinist

Mettle Ops • Madison Heights, MI

3d

About The Position

The Machinist operates and maintains manual and CNC machining equipment to produce, modify, and repair precision metal components. The role supports production, engineering, and quality teams by interpreting technical drawings, machining parts to tight tolerances, and performing accurate inspections. The Machinist ensures parts meet specifications through appropriate setup, tool selection, and process control, while contributing to a safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Work takes place in a machine shop with exposure to noise, vibration, metal chips, cutting fluids, and moving industrial equipment. Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or high school equivalence certificate.
• Machinist apprenticeship or technical training.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and work orders.
• Ability to set up and operate lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and CNC machines.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and inspection tools to verify dimensions.
• Shop math skills, including calculating dimensions, feeds, speeds, and tolerances.
• Ability to identify and correct machining issues.
• Ability to perform routine machine cleaning and basic equipment care.
• Ability to accurately document production activity and inspection results.
• Ability to follow machine shop safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort working around machinery, cutting fluids, and tooling.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in machining or a related technical field.
• CNC programming experience.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software.
• Knowledge of materials and machining processes.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles.
• Certification in precision measurement or quality control.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Produce, modify, and repair precision metal components.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work orders.
• Set up machines and select tools and processes to machine parts to tight tolerances.
• Inspect parts using precision measurement and inspection tools to verify dimensions and quality.
• Troubleshoot machining issues to maintain accuracy and quality.
• Perform routine machine cleaning and basic equipment care.
• Accurately record production activity and inspection results.
• Follow machine shop safety protocols and maintain a clean, hazard-free work area.

What This Job Offers

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