Entry Level Machinist

Axiom Molds; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Molds is seeking self-motivated, responsible talents for a systematic training post in the precision mold manufacturing industry. This role focuses on cultivating professional machining capabilities and growing into independent machinists.

You will complete basic tasks, learn complex machining under guidance, and contribute to maintaining quality and safe operations in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Basic mathematical skills and geometry knowledge required.
• Able to read mechanical drawings and mold processing blueprints.
• No experience required for outstanding newcomers.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and simple machining tasks.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify sizes.
• Read drawings and plan processing steps.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and tolerance.
• Troubleshoot simple machine faults and assist maintenance.
• Support overtime and weekend shifts as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Geometric calculation

Mechanical thinking

Reading blueprints

Manual dexterity

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Founded in 1999, Axiom Molds has specialized in R&D and manufacturing of high-precision mold components for 27 years, with core machining accuracy up to ±0.005mm. We are a one-stop global supplier integrating precision mold part R&D, standardized mass production, customized precision processing, cross-border delivery and professional after-sales service.

Our product lineup covers full-series precision components for injection molds, stamping molds and die-casting molds, fully compatible with international mainstream standards including HASCO, DME and MISUMI. We serve high-end manufacturing fields such as new energy vehicles, precision medical devices and consumer electronics, with products exported to 42 countries worldwide and long-term supporting global well-known enterprises.

Equipped with digital production workshops and 5-axis high-precision machining equipment, we implement a closed-loop quality control system covering raw material inspection, precision CNC machining, vacuum heat treatment and finished product full-size testing. We adhere to strict production specifications and standardized operating procedures to ensure every batch of parts meets high-precision and high-quality delivery standards, providing reliable mold supporting solutions for global customers.

Job Summary

We are looking for self-motivated and responsible talents who are eager to grow and accumulate practical experience in the precision mold manufacturing industry. This position is a systematic training post, focusing on cultivating professional machining capabilities, helping employees master standard machining skills, and growing into professional and independent precision machinists.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic and simple machining tasks independently, and gradually learn and advance to complex high-precision machining work under technical guidance.
• Operate various precision measuring tools correctly to detect workpiece size and ensure all products comply with design specifications and tolerance standards.
• Read and understand mechanical drawings and mold processing drawings accurately, sort out processing requirements, and cooperate with technicians to complete production arrangements.
• Inspect the quality and dimensional accuracy of finished and semi-finished products, strictly implement quality standards, and screen unqualified products.
• Troubleshoot simple faults of machining tools and production equipment, cooperate with technical personnel for daily maintenance and debugging to ensure stable equipment operation.
• Cooperate with production scheduling to complete overtime work including weekend shifts according to production demands.
• Keep the processing station clean, tidy and standardized, sort out tools and materials regularly, and maintain a safe and orderly production environment.
• Strictly abide by all factory safety operation procedures and production management systems to ensure standardized and safe operation.
• Complete other production and processing tasks assigned by the workshop and management team.

Skills & Qualifications

• Possess basic mathematical knowledge including geometric calculation, and able to complete accurate dimensional calculation and data verification.
• Accurately complete various mathematical calculations required for machining to guarantee processing accuracy.
• Have mechanical thinking and hands-on ability, be sensitive to mechanical equipment and mold processing.
• Able to read and understand basic mechanical drawings and mold processing blueprints.
• Have flexible manual dexterity, adapt to machining operation work, and be careful and rigorous in work.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED certificate is required.
• Candidates with manufacturing, mechanical processing or mold factory working experience are preferred, but no relevant experience is acceptable for outstanding newcomers.

Application Notes

All applicants must hold valid full-time work authorization in the United States. The company does not provide work visa sponsorship.

Axiom Molds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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