Engine Production Machinist

Hendrick Automotive Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsports organization in Charlotte, NC is seeking a full-time Race Engine Production Machinist. Key responsibilities include operating the Sunnen SV-30 Cylinder Hone, creating and modifying CNC programs, and ensuring the precision of machined components. The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of CNC machines and technical drawings and is committed to high-quality standards. This role involves physical demands and requires strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of machine shop equipment required.
• Able to lift and carry weights up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Must utilize strong communication skills with the team.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Sunnen SV-30 Cylinder Hone and record essential data.
• Create or modify CNC programs for production runs.
• Measure dimensions of finished work pieces for conformance.

Skills

CNC programming

Precision measurement

Technical drawing interpretation

Tool operation (lathes, mills, etc.)

Education

Experience with Sunnen SV-30 Cylinder Hone

Tools

CNC machines

Precision measuring instruments

Hand tools

Job description

Hendrick MotorsportsLocation: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262Hendrick Motorsports a leader in the racing industry is currently seeking a full time Race Engine Production Machinist.**Summary:** Primarily tasked with operating the **Sunnen SV-30 Cylinder Hone**. Creating and revising programs for CNC machinery. They must understand and interpret complex technical drawings and translate them into executable CNC programs. The role demands a high level of precision and attention to detail to ensure that machine outputs meet exact specifications and quality standards.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:*** Operation of **SV-30 hone**, including installation of hone deck plates. Recording essential data including bore sizes and surface finish measurements.* Create or modify 3-axis or greater CNC programs for production runs including entering instructions, setting tool registers, and calculating requirements.* Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.* Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.* Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.* Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.* Stop machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.* Check to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.* Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.* Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.* Monitor machine operation and control panel displays and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.* Clean machines, tooling, or parts using solvents or solutions and rags. Also responsible for cleaning the shop and ensuring safe housekeeping on an ongoing basis.* Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments.* Set, monitor, and modify tolerance levels and cutting speeds to produce the component or part to specification.* Inspect produced components or parts to ensure quality and accuracy.* Must be able to use tools, such as lathes, mills, cutters, and grinders as needed to perform required requested work.* Other duties assigned by management.**Education/Experience:*** Must be a team player and effectively utilize strong communication skills with others in the department and organization.* Requires extensive knowledge of hand tools, drill press, grinders, and other machine shop equipment.* **Sunnen SV-30 Cylinder Hone or equivalent experience needed.****Physical Demands:*** Requires vision (near, peripheral, depth), sense of touch, and ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – hearing protection, safety glasses, and hand protection.* Constantly stands, lifts/carries 10 pounds or less, and pushes/pulls 12 pounds or less. Frequently reaches outward, lifts/carries up to 50 pounds, and pushes/pulls up to 25 pounds.* Occasionally walks, sits, reaches above shoulder, crawls, squats or kneels, bends, lifts/carries up to and over 100 pounds.**Attendance Expectations:*** The position requires regular and predictable attendance.* Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.* Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed.Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit .Hendrick Motorsports provides a one-of-a-kind working experience where a diverse group of highly talented team members can work together to achieve a common goal. We are committed to embracing innovation with intensity to perform at the highest level expected by our dedicated sponsors and fans worldwide. Hendrick Motorsports continuously seeks skilled and talented individuals who are motivated and passionate about helping us meet our goals.