CNC Machinist – Ashland, VA

Socket.dev; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Ashland, VA is seeking a CNC Machinist with structural steel fabrication experience to support production in a prefab manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate can operate CNC machinery, read technical drawings, use various tools, and maintain accurate production records.

What You’ll Do includes operating and setting up CNC machinery, reviewing blueprints, using hand and power tools, making precision adjustments, verifying components, and entering production data into Global

Qualifications

• Structural steel fabrication experience required.
• Experience operating CNC equipment: combo mill/lathe and drill line.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to work independently.
• Computer skills; familiarity with ERP systems preferred (Global Shop).
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand and perform physical work for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC machinery used to produce structural steel components.
• Work with combination mill/lathe and drill line machines.
• Review blueprints, schematics, and work orders to determine machining and production requirements.
• Use hand tools and power tools for machining, fabrication, and assembly work.
• Make machine adjustments as needed to maintain accurate and efficient production.
• Check completed components to verify dimensions, quality, and compliance with design and structural requirements.
• Identify equipment problems and perform basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Enter production information and maintain records using Global Shop (ERP).
• Communicate with coworkers to support efficient production and a safe work environment.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures throughout the manufacturing process.

Skills

Structural steel fabricationExperience

CNC operation (combination mill/lathe)

Blueprint reading

Hand and power tools

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Tools

Global Shop ERP

Job description

CNC Machinist – Ashland, VA

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Ashland, VA
Shift: 1st Shift
Starting Pay: $20/hour — higher depending on experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a CNC Machinist with structural steel fabrication experience to support production in a prefab manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate can operate CNC machinery, work from technical drawings, use various tools, and maintain accurate production records.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and set up CNC machinery used to produce structural steel components.
• Work with combination mill/lathe and drill line machines.
• Review blueprints, schematics, and work orders to determine machining and production requirements.
• Use hand tools and power tools for machining, fabrication, and assembly work.
• Make machine adjustments as needed to maintain accurate and efficient production.
• Check completed components to verify dimensions, quality, and compliance with design and structural requirements.
• Identify equipment problems and perform basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Enter production information and maintain records using Global Shop (ERP).
• Communicate with coworkers to support efficient production and a safe work environment.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures throughout the manufacturing process.

Required Qualifications

• Structural steel fabrication experience is required.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC equipment, specifically combination mill/lathe and drill line machines.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Basic to strong computer skills.
• Experience with Global Shop or a similar ERP system is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to remain standing and perform physical work for extended periods.