AVS Machinist II

Proconex; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with seasonal overtime

Premium medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Clean, professional shop environment

Learn from experienced machinists

Broad project variety

Support for field service and outage

Job summary

Proconex, an Emerson Impact Partner in the Mid-Atlantic, is seeking a Machinist II for our Atlantic Valve Services operation in Swedesboro, NJ. You will perform precision machining and repair of valve components, interpret blueprints, and maintain tolerances to support critical industrial equipment.

Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and reliability. This role offers overtime during outage seasons, a stable career path, and benefits including medical, 401(k) match, and tuition

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of machining experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual machine shop equipment including engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and other machining equipment.
• Machine new parts from bar stock and raw castings.
• Restore damaged valve bodies, trim components, and related equipment to required tolerances.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring instruments.
• Maintain critical dimensions and tolerances throughout machining and repair operations.
• Rework, modify, and repair existing components to support customer requirements.
• Assist in developing tooling, fixtures, and production aids to improve efficiency and quality.
• Verify completed work meets quality standards and job specifications.
• Complete required job documentation and inspection records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Comply with all AVS safety policies and procedures.
• Support additional shop and field service activities as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machinist trade school certificate or apprenticeship

Tools

Engine lathe

Milling machines

Grinders

Drill presses

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. Weprovide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities.With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200+ employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver.

MACHINIST II

Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) | Swedesboro, NJ | Full-Time

Build a Career in Specialized Industrial Machining

Are you an experienced machinist who takes pride in precision workmanship and solving mechanical challenges? Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) is seeking a skilled Machinist II to support the repair, restoration, and machining of critical valve components used across the power generation, pharmaceutical, chemical, refining, manufacturing, and industrial markets.

This is not a high-volume production machining environment. Our machinists perform specialized repair and restoration work on valve bodies, trim, actuators, and related components, helping customers return critical equipment to service safely and efficiently.

If you enjoy working on unique projects, solving complex repair challenges, and producing precision work that directly impacts industrial operations, we'd like to hear from you.

Note: Significant overtime opportunities are available during spring and fall outage seasons.

About Atlantic Valve Services

Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) is a full-service safety relief and control valve repair center supporting customers throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. We are a premier service provider for Emerson/Fisher control valves and an authorized assembler of Anderson Greenwood, Crosby, and Kunkle pressure relief valves.

In addition to safety relief valves, our experienced technicians repair all types of control valves, including sliding stem and rotary valves, as well as isolation valves such as gate, globe, ball, butterfly, and check valves. AVS also provides valve cleaning, diagnostics, upgrades, modifications, testing, calibration, and field services for critical industrial facilities.

Our work helps keep manufacturing plants, energy facilities, pharmaceutical companies, refineries, food production facilities, and industrial operations running safely and efficiently.

Why Join AVS?

• Competitive pay with seasonal overtime opportunities
• Stable, long-term career in a specialized industrial trade
• Premium medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Clean, professional shop environment
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of machining and repair projects
• Exposure to critical industrial equipment and processes
• Learn from experienced machinists, technicians, and industry experts
• Opportunity to support field service and outage work based on experience and business needs
• Work that directly supports customer safety and operational reliability

What You'll Do

As a Machinist II, you will perform precision machining and repair operations on valve components, tooling, fixtures, and related equipment. Responsibilities include:

• Operate manual machine shop equipment including engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and other machining equipment
• Machine new parts from bar stock and raw castings
• Restore damaged valve bodies, trim components, and related equipment to required tolerances
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring instruments
• Maintain critical dimensions and tolerances throughout machining and repair operations
• Rework, modify, and repair existing components to support customer requirements
• Assist in developing tooling, fixtures, and production aids to improve efficiency and quality
• Verify completed work meets quality standards and job specifications
• Complete required job documentation and inspection records
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Comply with all AVS safety policies and procedures
• Support additional shop and field service activities as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of machining experience
• Strong understanding of manual machining practices and techniques
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to workplace safety

Preferred

• Machinist trade school certificate or apprenticeship training
• Military machining or mechanical maintenance experience
• Experience repairing industrial equipment or valve components
• Experience with horizontal lathes, vertical turret lathes (VTLs), milling machines, boring mills, and drill presses
• Welding, fabrication, or mechanical repair experience
• Experience in power generation, manufacturing, refinery, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments

Ideal Backgrounds

We encourage applications from individuals with experience in:

• Manual machining and toolmaking
• Industrial equipment repair
• Valve repair and maintenance
• Manufacturing operations
• Refineries and chemical plants
• Military mechanical and machining occupations
• Shipyards and heavy industrial environments
• Precision machine shops
• Maintenance and reliability organizations

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work in an industrial machine shop environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to regularly lift and move materials weighing 25-50 pounds
• Ability to safely operate machine tools and lifting equipment
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Occasional travel and field work may be required depending on business needs and experience level
• Ability to work overtime during peak outage and maintenance seasons

Ready to Put Your Machining Skills to Work?

Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and technical expertise while supporting some of the most critical industrial operations in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region.

We are proud to be an employee-owned organization. Through our ESOP, every team member shares in the growth and success of the company, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term rewards.

Proconex offers a standout culture, fantastic work environment, and has very competitive benefits to include premium medical, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, and other unique incentives.

When receiving e-mails from a Proconex or Valspec recruiter, you will only receive e-mails from addresses ending in @proconexdirect.com, @proconex.netor @valspec.net. Any other domains are impersonations and should be ignored.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.

Any third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Proconex. Proconex will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.

Proconex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.

The application deadline for this role is November 3, 2026