Machinist - 2nd Shift

AMF Bakery Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

AMF Bakery Systems in Richmond, VA is seeking a CNC Machinist to program or run CNC mills and lathes, set up tooling, and operate equipment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role involves planning from blueprints and GD&T, performing setups, inspecting parts, and documenting results, with emphasis on tool accuracy, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement.

On-site work requires safety gear and careful benchwork in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• CNC operation and setup experience.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and adjust tooling and controls.

Responsibilities

• Plan machining by reviewing work orders, drawings, and GD&T.
• Program and/or run mills and lathes; set tool offsets and references.
• Set up chucks, tools, and fixtures; verify alignment.
• Load stock and prepare parts for finishing and inspection.
• Inspect first part and samples; maintain quality records.

Skills

CNC Certification

CNC Programming

Manufacturing background

Conceptual Skills

Process Improvement

Verbal Communication

Functional and Technical Skills

Controls and Instrumentation

Attention to Detail

Judgment

Job description

Position Summary

Produces parts by programming or running CNC machines, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Job Duties

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Sets‑up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three‑ and four‑jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first‑run part, and sample work pieces, adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Requirements

• CNC Certification
• CNC Programming a Plus
• Strong Manufacturing background
• Conceptual Skills, Process Improvement, Verbal Communication, Functional and Technical Skills
• Controls and Instrumentation and Tooling
• Attention to Detail, Judgment

Additional Requirements

• Must have own basic tools. The list of teammates provided tools includes box/open end/socket wrench sets, Allen wrench set, screwdriver set, tap handles, pliers, combination square, 9" level, and tape measure. English and metric tool sets are recommended. A lockable toolbox is also recommended.
• Safety glasses and steel‑toed safety shoes are required.
• Long pants and a sleeved shirt (short sleeve at a minimum) are required.

Work Conditions

• Typical manufacturing facility conditions (Indoors ~95% / Outdoors ~5%)
• The facility is heated in winter, but not air‑conditioned in summer
• The employee must be able to stand on concrete floors for a minimum of eight hours. Kneeling, squatting, bending over, and standing for long periods of time may be required to perform assigned tasks.
• Can occasionally be loud, especially in local areas where grinding or machine testing is taking place. Ear plugs are provided for work performed where noise is a factor.

Salary

$28.00 - $35.99 per hour