CNC Machinist - Night Shift

Anderson International Corp; Metz (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson International Corp seeks an experienced machinist to set up and operate conventional and CNC machines, ensuring parts meet blueprints and tolerances. You will measure with micrometers, adjust speeds and feeds, and troubleshoot issues in collaboration with engineering and production teams. Safety, accuracy, and maintenance are key.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, the ability to lift 50 lbs regularly, and experience with stainless and tool steel alloys is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to edit CNC programs.
• Ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions.
• Good understanding of blueprint reading for machining diameters and tolerances.
• Must machine parts to specified tolerances using micrometers and depth micrometers.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs regularly.
• Able to work in narrow spaces and in varying positions.
• Experience with stainless and tool steel alloys preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates conventional and special purpose machines to fabricate metallic parts.
• Applies shop theory, mathematics, and layout techniques.
• Reads blueprints and specifications to determine tolerances and set up requirements.
• Measures and marks dimensions for guidance in machining.
• Selects and secures fixtures, tools, and attachments on machines.
• Controls machining speed, feed, coolant, and cut depth.
• Monitors operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance work and adjusts as needed.
• Verifies dimensions with gauges and measuring tools.
• Maintains safe operations by following procedures and regulations.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

CNC programming/editing

Blueprint reading

Measuring with micrometers

Heavy lifting

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CNC equipment

Micrometers

Job description

Principal Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates conventional and special purpose machines to fabricate metallic parts
• Applies knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, machinability of materials and layout techniques
• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and set up requirements
• Measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining
• Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machine, such as saws, mills, grinding, burning and drilling equipment
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls as required
• Sets up and operates machine on a trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings
• Verifies dimensions using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges and gauge blocks
• May develop specifications from general descriptions and draw sketch of part or product to be fabricated
• May confer with engineers, production personnel or others to resolve machining or assembly problems
• 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.

Scope of Position

This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and adjusting machining equipment to produce precise metallic components according to blueprints and specifications. The machinist ensures product quality through accurate measurement, troubleshooting, and collaboration with engineering and production teams. The position also maintains safe operations and performs routine equipment maintenance to support continuous production.

Personnel Supervised

Direct

None

Indirect

None

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Prior Experience/Skills

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• Ability to edit programs for CNC equipment
• Ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions
• Good understanding of blueprint reading with regards to machining diameters (ID & OD) surfaces and simple shapes
• Must be able to machine parts to specified tolerance and use simple measuring devices like micrometers an depth micrometers to measure the part
• Ability to routinely lift 50 lbs or more on a regular basis
• Ability to work in narrow spaces, climb, balance, stoop and kneel
• Prior experience working with stainless and tool steel alloys preferred

Work Environment

*The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position.

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• While performing the duties of this job one would occasionally be required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.
• Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays and weekends.
• Job duties will generally be performed in an office environment but may require visits to the production site.