CNC/Manual Precision Machinist

Amsted Manufacturing USA; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Amsted Rail Petersburg is seeking a precision Machinist to transform drawings into tight-tolerance parts and tooling. You will Plan work from blueprints and CAD/CAM outputs, set up and run manual and CNC equipment, and fabricate fixtures and gauges per Amsted Rail procedures.

You will interpret engineering inputs with GD&T, verify features, and ensure quality through in-process and final inspections while maintaining safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Completion of Machinist Apprenticeship Program or equivalent years of hands-on machinist experience.
• Mechanical aptitude; prior industrial/manufacturing exposure is a plus.
• Comfort with computers and basic digital workflows.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 10 to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to wear PPE as required by the department.
• Capable of standing and moving throughout the department for the duration of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering inputs from blueprints, sketches, drawings, CAD/CAM outputs, and G- and M-code.
• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, grinders, and related equipment.
• Program, set up, run, monitor, and tear down CNC machines; adjust coordinates, tooling, and programs to achieve quality results.
• Inspect in-process and final parts using gauges and precision measuring instruments; identify defects and correct issues.
• Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind parts to drawing requirements while maintaining tight tolerances.
• Deburr and finish surfaces to specification; share completed workpieces with internal customers and incorporate requested changes.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprints interpretation

G-code/M-code

CNC programming

Manual machine operation

Education

Machinist Apprenticeship Program or equivalent years of hands-on machinist experience

Tools

Manual lathe

CNC milling machine

Grinder

Fixture building

Job description

About the roleJoin our Machine Shop Team as a precision-focused machinist who transforms drawings into tight-tolerance parts and tooling. You will plan work from blueprints and CAD/CAM files, set up and run both manual and CNC equipment, and build/repair dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to Amsted Rail procedures and specifications.What your day looks likeStart with safety: follow all plant-wide health, ergonomics, and environmental practices defined by Amsted Rail’s Health & Safety program.Interpret engineering inputs: blueprints, sketches, drawings, CAD/CAM outputs, and G- and M-code.Apply GD&T fluently to plan setups and verify features.Set up, operate, monitor, and tear down manual lathes, mills, grinders, and related equipment.Program, set up, run, monitor, and tear down CNC machines; adjust coordinates, tooling, and programs to achieve quality results.Select, align, secure, and fine-tune cutting tools and workholding; build dedicated fixtures when needed.Dial in feeds and speeds for optimal finish, accuracy, and tool life.Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind parts to drawing requirements while maintaining tight tolerances.Inspect in-process and final parts using gauges and precision measuring instruments; identify defects and correct issues.Deburr and finish surfaces to specification; share completed workpieces with internal customers and incorporate requested changes.Pitch in on additional tasks as assigned.What you bringCompletion of a Machinist Apprenticeship Program or equivalent years of hands-on machinist experience.Mechanical aptitude; prior industrial/manufacturing exposure is a plus.Comfort with computers and basic digital workflows.Ability to lift, push, and pull 10 to 50 lbs.Committed to wearing company-provided PPE as required by the department.Capable of standing and moving throughout the department for the duration of the shift.Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screeningWhy choose Amsted Rail Petersburg?Employee ownership: Annual stock awards equal to 10% of compensation.401(k) match: Up to a 4% dollar-for-dollar company match.Health & protection: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life and disability coverage, plus pet insurance available after 30 days.Pay & bonus: Competitive hourly rates with additional pay based on experience, plus eligibility for an annual bonus.Growth: On-the-job training, pay-for-skill progression, and clear advancement paths.Time off: Start with 3 weeks PTO and enjoy 11 paid holidays.Extras: Tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and employee discount programs.Amsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action:Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.