2nd Shift CNC Machinist

Mestek Machinery; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mestek Machinery in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a driven Machinist for 2nd shift to operate and program CNC mills and lathes, producing precision parts for our machines and tools. The role emphasizes accuracy, maintenance, and collaboration with engineering and production teams.

You will read blueprints, set up machines, monitor quality, and perform routine upkeep while adhering to safety standards. The position pays $20.00–$25.00/hour with a shift differential and benefits.

Qualifications

• Operate and program CNC mills or lathe.
• Proficient computer and technical skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Detail oriented and accurate work.
• Team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Plans each day’s machining by studying blueprints, engineering plans, and materials.
• Analyzes information to find the best solutions to problems.
• Programs CNC mills and lathes by entering instructions and references.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting operations.
• Adheres to safety procedures to ensure safe operations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance.
• Documents and communicates actions across internal systems.
• Collaborates with engineers and production to resolve machining issues.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathe

Job description

Job Summary

A 2nd shift machinist will operate manually controlled and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools such as lathes and milling machines, to cut and produce precision parts for machines, instruments, and tools. They control the machinery that produces the speed and cuts to create a specific part. The machinist will also be responsible for performing basic maintenance on the machines and replacing dull or aged parts as necessary.

Overtime is based on business needs and is NOT mandatory. The rate of pay is based on prior work experience and schooling. Working outside first shift is a $1.50 shift differential. Skill blocks, available after the probationary period to test on, add up to additional $2.25 money per hour.

Full benefits package offered through Mestek and SMART Workers Local 263.

www.mestek.com - please view our website to see the machinery

Hours: Monday-Thursday 4:30 p.m.-3:00 a.m.; OT hours available hours on Friday. Saturday hours noon-6:00 p.m. with a 4-hour minimum commitment.

Wage Range: $20.00-25.00 per hour, depending on experience/education.

• Plans for each day’s machining by studying blueprints, engineering plans, and materials.
• Analyzes information and finds the best solutions to problems.
• Programs CNC mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread-chasing operations.
• Adhering to safety procedures and regulations to ensure safe operations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance.
• Continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions in our internal electronic system.
• Confers with engineers, production, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and program CNC mills or lathe.
• Proficient computer and technical skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Detail oriented.
• Team player.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Experience operating CNC mills and lathes in a production environment.

Physical Demands

The individual will regularly be required to stand. The individual will frequently be required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The individual will occasionally be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those individuals encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position requires the ability to pass a competency test, pre-employment drug test, and background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.