CNC & Lathe Setup Machinist

Mid-West Forge Corporation; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Senior Machinist to operate CNC machinery and produce high-precision parts. This role involves setting up and operating various machining tools, ensuring quality through meticulous measurements, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manual and automated machining, with a keen eye for detail. Join a unionized facility that offers comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical and dental coverage, a 401k match, and generous time-off policies. If you are passionate about precision machining and looking for a supportive work environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Company Provided PPE

Annual Boot Allowance

Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to use measuring instruments for quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate die room machinery for precision parts.
• Monitor output and ensure conformance to specifications.

Skills

CNC Machining

Manual Machining

Measuring Instruments

Mathematical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational School or Apprenticeship

Tools

CNC Lathes

EDM

Drill Press

Mattison Grinder

Manual Bridge Port

Horizontal Mill

Boring Mill

Job description

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Overview: A senior machinist operates computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools, such as lathes and milling machines, to cut and produce precision parts for machines, instruments, and tools. Senior Machinist repair or produce parts using both manual and automated equipment with precise measurements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of set-up and operation of all die room machinery.
• Must be able to machine quality tooling using Engine lathe(s), EDM, Drill Press(s), Shaper, Mattison grinder, Saw, Manual Bridge Port, Horizontal Mill, CNC Lathes, Mills, and Boring Mill.
• Ability to use measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and other gages to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Monitors machine, tooling and cutting fluid levels.
• Review samples, drawings, or instructions to understand specifications of output.
• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping.
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job.
• Monitor output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects.
• Ensures that the lubrication / coolant tanks are filled, and chip buckets are emptied as necessary.
• Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Follows all safety and plant rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Vocational school or apprenticeship is a plus.
• Minimum Four years related experience and/or training preferred.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to read and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively report relevant data and job specific information as needed.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to perform intermediate to advanced level mathematics.

Computer Skills:

• Ability to navigate basic technology including but not limited to use of digital self-service platforms, time clocks and other systems where applicable.

Additional Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of metal properties and other material.
• Familiarity with performing lock out/tag out as an authorized user.
• Experience operating the overhead crane.
• Satisfactory completion of Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test.

Physical Demands:

• Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts.
• Use carts, dollies, cranes and jacks to transport material if needed.
• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 40 lbs.
• Tolerate potentially extreme temperature fluctuations impacted by weather and machinery.
• Acclimate to high noise and vibration levels in workspaces.
• Wear and adhere to all PPE guidelines including hard hats, protective eye wear, ear plugs, and approved footwear with metatarsal and steel toe safeguards.

What we offer:

• Unionized facility with a probationary period of 856 working hours (approximately 5 months).
• Benefits Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, AD & D Life insurance) bolded benefits are company paid.
• 401k Company Match.
• Time Off:
• Six (6) PTO days after 6 months of service.
• Two (2) weeks of paid vacation (for 1 year of service but less than 5).
• Eleven (11) paid holidays after completion of their probationary period.
• Company provided PPE.
• Annual boot allowance and vendor $15 discount.
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.