Machinist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Experience operating manual and CNC machine tools in a manufacturing, repair, or heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and machining specifications.
• Knowledge of machining practices, tooling, feeds, speeds, and material properties.
• Proficiency in the use of precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic CNC programming and troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Experience operating overhead cranes, rigging equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify components to required specifications and tolerances.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, engineering drawings, sketches, and work instructions utilizing both metric and standard (English) measurements.
• Program, edit, and troubleshoot CNC machine programs as required to support machining operations.
• Operate CNC vertical mills, CNC horizontal mills, CNC lathes, manual lathes, horizontal boring mills, vertical milling machines, and other machining equipment.
• Verify machine setups, tooling, offsets, and dimensions to ensure parts meet quality and customer requirements.
• Layout, center, and establish stock material reference lines and machining locations as required.
• Perform precision machining operations while maintaining close tolerances and high-quality workmanship.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and other inspection equipment to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and equipment issues to maintain production efficiency.
• Operate shop equipment including, but not limited to, mag drills, hydraulic tubing benders, automatic band saws, automatic tapping machines, pipe threaders, drill presses, Stingray washers, and Cardinal blast cabinets.
• Safely move materials and workpieces using overhead cranes, rigging equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain equipment in good working condition.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, including travelers, inspection records, timecards, production reports, and shop floor paperwork in accordance with ISO standards and SMS group procedures.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced employees when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all company safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision coverage
• paid vacation
• paid holiday time
• 401k with a company match