Conventional Machinist

Mary Dickson; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled facilities

Overtime opportunities

Medical insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

DuHadaway Tool and Die Shop in Newark, Delaware is seeking an experienced Conventional Machinist to join our precision manufacturing team. Set up and operate conventional machines to fabricate and repair components with tight tolerances for power generation, aerospace, and industrial markets.

Our family-owned company offers a clean, climate-controlled environment, overtime opportunities, and a path to a long-term career after more than 65 years of delivering quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience operating mills and lathes.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Proficient in precision measuring tools.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional machining equipment to meet precise tolerances.
• Read drawings and GD&T; select tooling and feeds.
• Inspect finished components with precision instruments.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and document production data.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Precision measurement

Mathematical problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Engine Lathes

Turret Lathes

Bridgeport Mills

Vertical Milling Machines

Vertical Boring Mills

Three-jaw chucks

Four-jaw chucks

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Conventional Machinist

Location: Newark, Delaware

Schedule: Full-Time

Available Shifts

• 1st Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• 2nd Shift: 3:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Position Summary

DuHadaway Tool and Die Shop is seeking an experienced Conventional Machinist to join our precision manufacturing team. We specialize in manufacturing, repairing, and refurbishing critical components for the power generation, aerospace, military, and industrial markets. This position is responsible for setting up and operating a variety of conventional machine tools to manufacture and repair precision components while maintaining close tolerances and the highest quality standards.

Our family-owned company offers a clean, climate-controlled work environment, excellent benefits, overtime opportunities, and the chance to build a long-term career with a company that has been delivering quality workmanship for more than 65 years.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Set up and operate conventional machining equipment, including:- Engine LathesTurret LathesVertical, Knee, and Horizontal Milling MachinesBridgeport MillsVertical Turret Lathes (VTLs)Vertical Boring Mills (VBMs).
• Machine new components and repair existing parts to precise dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform precision machining operations including drilling, tapping, boring, lapping, cylinder bore honing, internal and external thread chasing, facing, and precision fitting.
• Accurately tram milling machine heads and quills to tables or angles and tram vises and angle plates for proper alignment.
• Center and indicate round and out-of-round workpieces for accurate machining.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting speeds, and feeds based on material and machining requirements.
• Inspect finished components using precision measuring equipment to verify compliance with customer specifications.
• Deburr, clean, and prepare completed work for the next operation.
• Collaborate with supervisors, quality inspectors, and fellow machinists to maximize productivity while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Accurately complete required production and quality documentation.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must:

• Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Conventional Machinist operating mills and lathes.
• Have experience operating:- Engine LathesTurret LathesBridgeport MillsVertical, Knee, and Horizontal Milling MachinesVertical Turret Lathes (VTLs)Vertical Boring Mills (VBMs).
• Be proficient in the setup and use of:- Three-jaw centering chucks with reversible jawsFour-jaw independent chucks with reversible jawsTailstocksSteady restsCompound rest angle setup.
• Have working knowledge of and experience using:- Standard OD and ID micrometersDial test indicatorsBore gaugesRight-angle headsIndexing headsRotary tablesBoring headsFacing headsTapping heads.
• Be able to accurately read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and GD&T.
• Be proficient in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Possess strong mathematical, mechanical, and problem-solving skills.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment physical, lift assessment, and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Machinist certification preferred.
• CNC machining experience is a plus.
• Experience machining large, close-tolerance components.
• Experience with repair and refurbishment of industrial equipment.
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 quality environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with overhead cranes or other lifting equipment.
• Manual dexterity to safely operate machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to work safely around industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive wagesOvertime opportunitiesAnnual wage increases and performance incentives40 hours of paid vacation after the first six monthsThree weeks of paid vacation during the first yearEleven paid holidaysFour paid personal/sick days during the first yearMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Company-paid life insurance401(k) plan with company matchingOpportunities for advancement and long-term career growthClimate-controlled manufacturing facilities

Why Join DuHadaway Tool and Die Shop?

For more than 65 years, DuHadaway Tool and Die Shop has earned a reputation for quality, integrity, and precision craftsmanship. Our mission is to meet our customers' needs by delivering quality products and services in a timely manner, with the goal of complete customer satisfaction. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees take pride in solving complex machining challenges, producing exceptional work, and building rewarding careers.

DuHadaway Tool and Die Shop is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

You should be proficient in:

GD&TISO 9001 Certification ExperiencePrecision Measurement & InspectionManual Machining SkillsShop Math SkillsExperience in a Manufacturing Environment

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Turning LatheManual LatheThread Gauges (GO/NO-GO)Boring MillManual Vertical Mill (Bridgeport, ProtoTRAK)Measurement GaugesCalipers and MicrometersEngine Lathe