CNC Machinist - 3rd shift

High Associates Ltd.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

High Steel Structures is seeking experienced 3rd-Shift CNC Machine Operators in Lancaster, PA. The role includes machine setup and operation with an emphasis on quality checks, flexible working hours, and opportunities for overtime. The company offers competitive benefits including tuition assistance and comprehensive healthcare for full-time employees.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance with 100% reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

High Family Foundation Scholarship (up to $4,000)

Good Measure Award

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Vacation time with carryover options

401(k) plan with company matching

Qualifications

• Experience operating a lathe, mill, or CNC machining center.
• Familiarity with XYZ axes on machining centers.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading machines with first-piece checks.
• Performing burning, drilling, and grinding operations.
• Using hand lift trucks and overhead cranes for movement.

Skills

Machining experience

Setting offsets

Material handling

Accurate layout

Job description

High Steel Structures is the steel fabricator of choice for North America's transportation infrastructure projects. We are a leader in the industry for innovation, with the capacity, technology, and experience to help make steel bridge projects successful.

We are hiring experienced 3rd-Shift CNC Machine Operators to join our talented team in Lancaster, PA.

CNC Machine Operators are responsible for setting up and operating various machines to support our fabrication process. In addition to machine centers, co-workers may be assigned to fabrication tasks periodically. Our operations include Mazak & Fryer machining centers, MG oxy & MG Titan burning machines, CNC punch, Rojar milling machine, Brake press, and Gemini burning/drilling machining center.

The 3rd shift runs Sunday - Thursday, from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM (ending early Friday morning).

We offer a generous shift differential of 25% of the base salary.

Our ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous machining experience, including operating a lathe, mill, or CNC machining center.
• Experience setting offsets and tooling for first-piece inspection.
• Familiarity with XYZ axes on machining centers.
• Ability to machine compound tapers and end mills is preferred.
• Experience operating material handling equipment (jib and overhead cranes) with proper lifting techniques.
• Accurate layout and measuring experience is a plus.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Loading and unloading machines with first-piece checks and documentation.
• Performing burning, punching, drilling, grinding, and assisting with brake operations, material handling, or other tasks.
• Using portable grinders to rough grind burrs, scale, and welds on structural steel parts.
• Using hand lift trucks, overhead cranes, or hoists to move and position products.

Working for The High Companies:

At High Steel Structures, co-workers always come first. We offer excellent benefits to support our team members:

• Tuition Assistance with 100% reimbursement for approved job-related courses.
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential personal support.
• High Family Foundation Scholarship for children of employees, providing $4,000 annually.
• Good Measure Award recognizing exceptional contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees.
• Vacation time earned annually, with carryover options.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.