Class B Machinist - Relocation Assistant Provided

AHU Technologies Inc.; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

AHU Technologies Inc. in New Mexico is seeking a dependable Class B Machinist to join our manufacturing team.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on CNC and manual machining experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, select tooling, and ensure parts meet exact specifications. You will set up and operate CNC latheor mills with limited supervision, perform in-process inspections with calipers and micrometers, maintain documentation, and work closely with senior machinists and QA to

Qualifications

• Experience as a machinist or CNC machinist in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of machining practices, cutting tools, speeds/feeds, and basic tooling selection.
• Ability to perform routine machine setups and adjustments with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and/or manual machining equipment with limited supervision.
• Manufacture parts according to engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and job requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Select and install appropriate tooling and make routine machine adjustments as necessary.
• Verify tooling, offsets, and setup information before and during machining operations.
• Perform in-process inspections to verify parts meet specified requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Monitor machining operations and identify problems with tooling, dimensions, surface finish, or machine performance.
• Make routine adjustments to maintain dimensional requirements and tolerances.
• Accurately complete Manufacturing and Inspection Travelers and other required production and inspection documentation.
• Report machining, drawing, tooling, or quality concerns to the appropriate supervisor or QA personnel.
• Follow established quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain machines, tooling, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Work cooperatively with senior machinists, supervisors, QA, and other production personnel.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Manual machining

Tooling selection

GD&T basics

Inspection tools

Tools

CNC lathes

CNC mills

Multi-axis machines

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the job

The Clientis seeking a dependable and skilled Class B Machinist to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on machining experience, a good understanding of CNC machining practices, and the ability to produce quality parts while following drawings, work instructions, and established manufacturing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and/or manual machining equipment with limited supervision.
• Manufacture parts according to engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and job requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Select and install appropriate tooling and make routine machine adjustments as necessary.
• Verify tooling, offsets, and setup information before and during machining operations.
• Perform in-process inspections to verify parts meet specified requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Monitor machining operations and identify problems with tooling, dimensions, surface finish, or machine performance.
• Make routine adjustments to maintain dimensional requirements and tolerances.
• Accurately complete Manufacturing and Inspection Travelers and other required production and inspection documentation.
• Report machining, drawing, tooling, or quality concerns to the appropriate supervisor or Quality Assurance personnel.
• Follow established quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain machines, tooling, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Work cooperatively with senior machinists, supervisors, Quality Assurance, and other production personnel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a machinist or CNC machinist in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of machining practices, cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and basic tooling selection.
• Ability to understand dimensional tolerances and basic GD&T requirements.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Ability to perform routine machine setups and adjustments with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and job-specific requirements.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.

Preferred Experience

Experience with CNC lathes, CNC mills, multi-axis equipment, and precision machining is preferred.

Experience working in a controlled manufacturing environment where documentation, traceability, inspection, and customer-specific quality requirements are important is also beneficial.

What We're Looking For

The ideal Class B Machinist has a solid foundation in machining and is capable of completing routine setups and machining operations with limited supervision. This individual should be comfortable reading drawings, using precision measuring equipment, making necessary machining adjustments, and verifying that their work meets established requirements.

A Class B Machinist should also be willing to learn more advanced setups, machining techniques, programming, and troubleshooting while working alongside more experienced machinists.