1st Class Inside Machinist (2nd Shift) - Steel America

Colonna's Shipyard; Norfolk (VA); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Prepaid legal services

Résumé du poste

Colonna's Shipyard (Steel America) is seeking a 1st Class Inside Machinist to perform precision machining, fabrication, modification, and repair of metal components for ship systems. Work takes place onsite in Norfolk, VA on the 2nd shift using manual machines and precision measuring tools.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of inside machinist experience or a relevant apprenticeship, with strong blueprint reading and quality control skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an inside machinist or apprenticeship graduate.
• Strong precision machining, blueprint reading and quality control.
• Proficient with manual tooling and measurement instruments.

Responsabilités

• Perform precision machining on manually operated equipment to exact specs.
• Read blueprints and technical drawings to plan operations.
• Manufacture parts for ship systems to tight tolerances.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
• Set up machines and adjust settings to achieve required outcomes.
• Maintain machining equipment and diagnose issues.
• Keep records and mentor other crew members as needed.

Connaissances

Precision machining

Blueprint reading

Manual machine tools

Quality control

Heavy lifting

Outils

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

Description du poste

At a glance
Company: Colonna's Shipyard (Steel America)
Location: Norfolk, VA 23523
Pay: $29.89 - $37.81 per hour
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: 2nd Shift
Experience: 5+ years as an inside machinist (or a registered apprenticeship graduate)

Why this job is worth considering

Steel America, a business unit of Colonna's Shipyard, is looking for a 1st Class Inside Machinist to handle precision machining, fabrication, modification, and repair of metal components and assemblies for ship systems. You'll work with a variety of manually operated machine tools on real shipboard parts — engines, pumps, valves, and other mechanical assemblies — where tight tolerances actually matter. The role is based onsite in Norfolk and works 2nd shift.

What you'll be doing

• Perform precision machining tasks on manually operated equipment such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and boring mills to fabricate, modify, and repair metal components to exact specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to plan and execute machining operations.
• Manufacture parts and components for ship systems, including engines, pumps, valves, and other mechanical assemblies, to tight tolerances.
• Inspect machined parts and assemblies using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Select appropriate tools, materials, and machine settings for each job, and set up and adjust machines to achieve the desired outcome.
• Perform routine maintenance on machining equipment and diagnose and resolve issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate records of machining work performed, collaborate with other trades and departments, and mentor other crew members as needed.

What we're looking for

Required

• At least 5 years of experience as an inside machinist, preferably in a marine or shipyard environment — or a graduate of a registered apprenticeship program relevant to the trade.
• Demonstrated expertise in precision machining, blueprint reading, and quality control.
• Proficient with manual machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift heavy materials, stand for extended periods, and operate machinery in a shop environment.

Travel

Limited travel.

Pay, benefits and schedule

$29.89 - $37.81 per hour, 2nd shift. This position is based onsite in Norfolk, VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production and operations. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) with a company match; paid time off and company holidays; tuition reimbursement; employee assistance resources for employees and household members; and prepaid legal services.

About Colonna's Shipyard and apply

Colonna's Shipyard is a full-service ship repair company based in Norfolk, Virginia, with over 150 years in the business of repairing and maintaining commercial and government vessels. Steel America is one of its business units, focused on structural and precision machining work supporting that repair work.