Industrial Maintenance Machinist

Smoker Craft Incorporated; New Paris (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Job summary

Smoker Craft Inc. in New Paris, IN is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Machinist to build and maintain machine tools and industrial equipment. You will follow technical drawings to produce precision parts and support multiple departments with reliable tooling and repairs.

The role requires welding (Stick, MIG, TIG), strong math and measurement skills, and a safety‑minded approach. A high school diploma and experience with machine tools are preferred, with apprenticeships a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with machine tools.
• Apprenticeship or vocational training preferred.
• Knowledge of safety protocols.
• Ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Machine parts to specifications using lathes, mills, shapers, or grinders.
• Measure dimensions with micrometers or calipers.
• Review drawings and blueprints for accurate production.
• Take precise measurements for cutting or shaping.
• Select appropriate machine and settings for a task.
• Check output for quality and document defects.
• Identify need for and perform machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain a safe and clean workstation.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks.
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools.
• Operate welding equipment.
• Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
• Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment.

Skills

Stick welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Coordination

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Written communication

Verbal communication

Math skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Apprenticeship

Experience with machine tools

Job description

Smoker Craft, Inc currently has an opening for an Industrial Maintenance Machinist! This position is located in New Paris, IN.

Shift Schedule is 6 am to 2:30 pm, Monday-Friday.

Job Description:

Build and maintain machine tools and industrial machines. The machinist will also be responsible for following technical drawings and using knowledge of mathematics to produce precision parts for all departments as required.

Responsibilities include:

• Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or dial calipers.
• Review and/or create drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping.
• Selects appropriate machine and settings for a given task.
• Checks output for quality assurance and documents or discards defects.
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
• Operate welding equipment.
• Assemble electromechanical or hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose machine tool malfunctions to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Design fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
• Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Proficient in Stick, MIG, & TIG welding
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in math
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly
• Working knowledge of safety protocols
• Apprenticeship or vocational training preferred
• Prior experience with machine tools and industrial machines.
• Excellent knowledge of material properties.

Equal opportunity employer

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Why Smoker Craft?

At Smoker Craft Inc., each employee is an integral part of our success! As a family-owned and operated company for five generations, we hold fast to the core values that have defined us: Integrity, Leadership, and Loyalty. These principles guide our team in building high-quality marine products, delivering excellent customer service, and providing exceptional value.

We offer a full line of benefits including:

• Single/Family Medical & Dental Insurance