CNC Machinist - Night Shift

Anderson International Corp; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson International Corp is seeking an experienced machinist to set up, operate, and adjust conventional and CNC-equipped machines to fabricate precise metallic components. You will read blueprints, select tools, and verify tolerances with micrometers, ensuring quality and safety on the shop floor.

This on-site role requires strong manufacturing expertise, ability to lift 50 lbs, and experience with stainless and tool steel alloys.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience and ability to edit CNC programs.
• Ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions.
• Solid blueprint reading skills for machining diameters and tolerances.
• Capability to machine parts to specified tolerances using precise measuring tools.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs regularly and operate in restricted spaces.
• Experience with stainless and tool steel alloys preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and special purpose machines to fabricate metallic parts.
• Apply machine shop theory, shop math, and layout techniques to work pieces.
• Study drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and setup requirements.
• Measure and verify dimensions using precision instruments and gauges.
• Select and secure appropriate tooling, fixtures, and materials for operations.
• Adjust machine controls to regulate speed, feed, coolant, and depth of cut.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and verify accuracy on trial runs.
• Document results and maintain safe operating practices.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Edit CNC programs

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Measuring with micrometers

Physical strength

Work in restricted spaces

Experience with stainless/tool steels

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Depth 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.