CNC Machinist: Precision Lathes, Mills & Programming

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation in Portsmouth, VA is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate lathes, mills, and grinders, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet drawing requirements. You will use off-line programming tools and various hand tools in a manufacturing environment.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and an apprenticeship or four-year training program. Physical demands include standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and occasional travel between facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of formal apprenticeship program or completion of in-company, four-year training program.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate conventional and CNC machine shop equipment to cut, machine and shape raw materials per drawings.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Set up, load and operate machine tools including lathes, mills, grinders, and other equipment.
• Program and off-line program CNC machine tools as needed.
• Assemble machined components and operate forklift as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC programming

Machine operation

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or 4-year training

Tools

CNC machines

Cutting tools

Job description

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation in Portsmouth, VA is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate lathes, mills, and grinders, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet drawing requirements. You will use off-line programming tools and various hand tools in a manufacturing environment.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and an apprenticeship or four-year training program. Physical demands include standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and occasional travel between facilities.