Acme Screw Machine Operator

Mycustomstaffing; New Carlisle (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Acme Screw Machine Operator is sought for our 2nd shift in Springfield, Ohio. You will set up and operate multi-spindle Acme screw machines, interpret blueprints, manage intricate tooling, and prove new part changeovers in a high-volume production environment.

The role requires 2–3 years of screw machine experience, strong troubleshooting, and solid shop math skills. Expect a 4-day work week with a 2:00 PM? 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM schedule and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of multi-spindle screw machine experience in a factory setting.
• Strong shop math skills to calculate dimensions, offsets and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: set up, adjust, and operate multi-spindle Acme screw machines per process instructions.
• Tooling & Changeovers: set up and prove out new changeovers to meet close tolerances.
• Troubleshooting: diagnose problems and implement improvements.
• Quality Assurance: inspect outputs to ensure parts match blueprints and documents.
• Maintenance: perform routine preventive maintenance and keep work area clean.
• Team Flexibility: assist in other production areas as needed by supervisors.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Shop math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Acme Screw Machine Operator

Location: Springfield, Ohio

Shift: 2nd Shift (4:00 PM – 2:30 AM, Monday – Thursday | Overtime required as needed)

Pay Rate: Based on Experience Min $16.00

Position Type: Full-time (4-day work week)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and technical Acme Screw Machine Operator to join our 2nd-shift manufacturing team in Springfield, Ohio. In this role, you will set up and operate multi-spindle Acme screw machines to produce precision components. You will be responsible for interpreting blueprints, managing intricate tooling, diagnosing mechanical issues, and proving out new part changeovers. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills and a background in high-volume, tight-tolerance manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Setup, adjust, and operate multi-spindle Acme screw machines safely and efficiently according to established process instructions.
• Tooling & Changeovers: Set up and prove out new part changeovers involving intricate tooling configurations to meet close-tolerance requirements.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical or processing problems quickly and implement job and process improvements on the fly.
• Quality Assurance: Continuously inspect production outputs using precision tools to ensure all parts strictly match customer blueprints and process documents.
• Maintenance & Upkeep: Perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned machinery and maintain a clean, organized work zone.
• Team Flexibility: Utilize specialized tools to complete tasks and assist in other functional production areas as requested by supervisors.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 to 3 years of multi-spindle screw machine experience along with a solid background in a factory environment.
• Mathematical Skills: Strong shop math capabilities to accurately calculate dimensions, offsets, and tolerances.

Physical Requirements

• Stamina: Ability to stand continuously (6–12 hours per day) and walk frequently (2–4 hours per day) on a shop floor.
• Strength: Frequent lifting of components or materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Dexterity: Continuous manual grasping and frequent repetitive motions.
• Communication: Frequent speaking and hearing to collaborate with shift team members.