Entry level Machinist

ARCH; Spring Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCH Global Precision is seeking an entry‑level CNC Operator in our Walter Grinder department. You will learn setup and operation of Walter machines and support functions through guided training by tenured staff.

The role focuses on reading blueprints, adjusting offsets, inspecting parts, and maintaining equipment to meet quality and safety standards. On‑the‑job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and job routers for product specifications.
• Understand GD&T tolerancing and applicable inspection methods.
• Follow safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Able to communicate effectively with team and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines such as Walter 5-Axis CNC Cutter Grinders and related equipment.
• Manufacture and re‑grind solid carbide cutting tools.
• Maintain equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, ensuring conformity to specs.
• Adhere to company policies and quality systems requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T tolerancing

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Walter 5-Axis CNC Cutter Grinder

Rolllomatic NPS

Job description

Summary

Produces complex cutting tools by setting up and operating CNC machines; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; and maintaining equipment. This entry level position in our Walter Grinder department includes on‑the‑job training. The selected individual will learn practical setup and operation of the Walter machines and supporting functions through guided training by a tenured staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read blueprint and/or job router for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, and other instructions.
• Adjust machine offsets and program information to maintain required quality output of machine.
• Inspect products during the machining operation to determine if parts meet specifications, complying with established standards and methods for inspection, testing, evaluation, and calibration.
• Observe operation of machine and verify conformance of machined workpiece to specifications.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and reporting need for machine repairs.
• Set up and operate machines and equipment such as Walter 5‑Axis CNC Cutter Grinders, Rolllomatic NPS, and other necessary machinery.
• Manufacture and re‑grind solid carbide special round cutting tools.
• Understand and comply with company policy, safety guidelines, quality systems requirements and housekeeping standards.

Competencies

• Attendance/Punctuality – consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – follows instructions and responds to management direction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Process improvement.
• Able to communicate verbally.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to read and understand blueprints including GD&T tolerancing.

Education and/or Experience

• Equivalent to high school education or related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May be required to have experience with material, product, or precision level, or with machine of size, type, or trade name.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Additional Notes

ARCH Global Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ARCH Global Precision are employed on an at‑will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.