Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Manufacturing / Production
Pay: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday

Position Summary

·         Client is seeking dependable and skilled Class A / Class B Machinist - Class A / Class B

·         Looking for machinists with hands-on experience operating and setting up CNC and/or manual machining equipment and a strong commitment to producing high-quality, precision components.

·         The ideal candidate will be able to read and interpret engineering drawings, select appropriate tooling, perform machine setups and adjustments, inspect finished and in-process parts, and work within established quality and manufacturing procedures.

·         Candidates will be considered for Class A or Class B level based on their experience, technical capabilities, independence, and machining expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and/or manual machining equipment to manufacture precision components.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and work instructions.

• Select and install appropriate tooling, fixtures, workholding, and cutting tools.

• Verify programs, tooling, offsets, and setup requirements before beginning production.

• Perform machine adjustments and offsets to maintain dimensional requirements.

• Monitor machining operations and identify issues involving tooling, dimensions, surface finish, or machine performance.

• Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other inspection tools.

• Maintain required dimensional tolerances and quality standards.

• Complete manufacturing travelers, inspection records, and other required production documentation accurately.

• Identify and communicate machining, tooling, drawing, quality, or equipment concerns to supervisors or Quality Assurance personnel.

• Maintain machines, tooling, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.

• Follow company safety procedures, quality requirements, work instructions, and customer-specific requirements.

• Work effectively with supervisors, Quality Assurance, senior machinists, and other production personnel.

• Assist less-experienced machinists when appropriate.

Class B Machinist Requirements

• Previous experience as a machinist or CNC machinist in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience setting up and operating CNC and/or manual machining equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

• Working knowledge of machining practices, cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and basic tooling selection.

• Understanding of dimensional tolerances and basic GD&T.

• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.

• Ability to perform routine setups and machine adjustments with limited supervision.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to follow written procedures and job-specific requirements.

Class A Machinist Requirements

• Significant experience as a Class A, Senior, or highly experienced Machinist in a precision manufacturing environment.

• Strong CNC machining and independent setup experience.

• Ability to independently set up and operate machining equipment.

• Strong understanding of tooling, speeds, feeds, workholding, and machining processes.

• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.

• Proficiency with precision measuring and inspection equipment.

• Ability to troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, and dimensional issues.

• Ability to take a job from setup through machining and inspection with minimal supervision.

• Ability to assist, train, or provide guidance to less-experienced machinists.

Preferred Experience

• CNC mills and CNC lathes.

• Multi-axis machining.

• Precision machining of complex components.

• CNC programming or program editing.

• CAD/CAM software.

• Tight-tolerance machining.

• Experience working within a controlled Quality Management System.

• Experience manufacturing components for highly regulated industries such as aerospace, nuclear, defense, government, or other demanding customer environments.

What We're Looking For

·         We are looking for machinists who take pride in their work and understand the importance of quality, accuracy, safety, and productivity.

·         A successful candidate should be dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

·         Class B candidates should be capable of performing routine setups and machining operations with limited supervision and demonstrate a willingness to develop advanced skills.

·         Class A candidates should be capable of independently handling more complex setups, troubleshooting machining issues, maintaining tight tolerances, and completing jobs from setup through inspection with minimal supervision.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, technical training, or equivalent machining experience preferred.

• Relevant technical school, apprenticeship, or machining certification is a plus.

• Experience level will determine placement as Class A or Class B Machinist.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on the manufacturing floor for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and move materials and tooling as required.

• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment and use precision inspection tools.

• Ability to follow all workplace safety requirements.

Compensation

Competitive pay based on experience, technical skills, and qualifications.