CNC Mill & Lathe Machinist

Grote Company; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k)

Medical and dental benefits

120 hours of paid time off per year

Job summary

Grote Company in Georgetown, Delaware is seeking a skilled CNC, Manual Mill & Lathe Machinist to manufacture custom stainless steel equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of relevant experience and be proficient in operating various machining equipment.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary, 401(k), medical and dental benefits, and generous paid time off including holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of machining experience or two years of machining technology education with two years of machining experience.
• Good understanding of speeds and feeds for cutting stainless steel and plastics.
• Advanced math skills with knowledge of geometry and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to produce quality parts.
• Set up CNC machines using Esprit CAM.
• Measure and inspect parts using common machinist tools.
• Complete required paperwork for work orders and timecards.

Skills

Machining experience

HAAS mills and lathes

G-Code programming

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Machining technology education

Tools

CNC machines

Esprit CAM

Job description

Summary

McCabe’s Mechanical Services is a custom stainless steel equipment manufacturing company serving the food industry. Candidates will set‑up, edit and operate machining equipment to ensure products are manufactured to customer requirements. A minimum of four years of practical machining experience is preferred. The successful candidate will have strong attention to detail, the ability to interpret prints, and the ability to correctly measure and check the quality of parts in process and before the next operation. The candidate must be able to design, develop and document needed fixtures and tools for production, and read and understand the process flow identified on the job traveler.

Position Title

CNC, Manual Mill & Lathe Machinist

Job Details

Salary: DOE – Competitive

Job type: Full‑time

Responsibilities

• Proficiently and safely operate machines to produce quality parts.
• Set up CNC machines using Esprit CAM, with verbal or written instruction under minimal supervision.
• Utilize common machinist tools to measure/inspect parts (e.g., micrometer, calipers, and indicators).
• Read and fully understand blueprints to determine dimensional and finish tolerances on parts.
• Properly complete required paperwork (work orders, timecards, etc.).
• Proficiently meet time and schedule standards for assigned work.
• Perform non‑machining tasks when necessary and required.
• Understand how to maintain offsets and tooling to achieve high‑quality parts and effective tool usage.
• Manage material inventory and work orders in your area.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Adhere to standard work schedule and promptly communicate when time off is required.
• Perform daily and weekly maintenance and cleaning on equipment (e.g., filling lubricating oil, topping of coolant, general cleaning, and wiping down machine).
• Measure and analyze production parts frequently to ensure quality.
• Quote miscellaneous machinist jobs, i.e., manufacturing shafts.

Qualifications

• Required minimum of four years of machining experience or two years of machining technology education with two years of machining experience.
• Experience with HAAS mills and lathes.
• Good comprehension of conversational code and G‑Code programming language (preferred).
• Good understanding of speeds and feeds for tools used to cut stainless steel and plastics.
• Excellent understanding of machines for drilling, grinding, and milling.
• Exceptional communication skills and confidence in receiving feedback.
• Self‑motivation with the ambition to learn and grow from others.
• Initiative to complete tasks independently, from start to finish.
• An eye for detail, organizational and time‑management skills, strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Advanced math skills, ability to understand and use geometry and trigonometry.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift more than 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for 8 hours a day.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, 401(k), medical and dental.
• 120 hours of paid time off per year plus holidays.