Job Shop Machinist

Puck Custom Enterprises; Angier (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Puck is seeking a skilled Job Shop Machinist in Angier, NC. You will produce precision metal parts and tools using lathes, milling machines, and micrometers, following blueprints and specifications. The role emphasizes safety and quality adherence in a hands-on production environment.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and substantial machining experience. The position is part-time, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork within our Facilities department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 3–5 years machining experience or training.
• Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in machining or a related field.
• Solid understanding of metal properties and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate lathes and milling machines to create precision parts and tools.
• Read blueprints and interpret design specifications for equipment and processes.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met in all operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and proper equipment care.

Skills

Learning Ability

Problem Solving/Analysis

Initiative

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Continuous Improvement

Ability to Work Well in a Group

Education

High school diploma or GED

3–5 years machining experience or training

Minimum 5 years machining experience

Tools

Manual machine operations

Conversational machine operations

Job description

Job Shop Machinist

Puck | Built to Lead.

Location: Angier, NC Department: Facilities Employment Type:Part-Time

Who We Are

At Puck, we are Built to Lead. We are a dynamic manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products and fostering a team environment where every member plays a critical role in our success. If you are a skilled, detail-oriented machinist who takes pride in precision work, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Job Shop Machinist, you will be responsible for creating high-quality precision metal parts, tools, and other components — operating a variety of specialized machinery and ensuring all work adheres to safety and quality standards.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Creating precision metal parts, tools, and components using a diverse range of equipment including lathes, milling machines (conversational and manual), and micrometers
  
• Preparing and operating machines to cut and polish raw materials and components to exact specifications
• Utilizing manual tools to finish projects, ensuring high-quality results and adherence to design specifications
• Thoroughly study design criteria, read and interpret blueprints, and analyze projectjob.
• specifications to determine the necessary equipment, materials, and processes for each
• Continuously monitoring machine operations and product output to identify and address any deviations from quality standards
• Reporting any equipment malfunctions, material defects, or safety concerns to the supervisor
• Strictly adhering to all applicable safety requirements and protocols during all operations
• Maintaining a clean, organized work area and ensuring all equipment is properly cared for
  

What We're Looking For

Competencies

• Learning Ability
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Initiative
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability
• Continuous Improvement
• Ability to Work Well in a Group

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED, OR 3–5 years of machining experience or training (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience in machining or a related field
• Solid understanding of metal properties and machining processes

Preferred Experience

• Experience with manual machine operations
• Experience with conversational machine operations

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on role in a manufacturing environment. Team members must be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, and crawl throughout the shift
• Regularly lift and/or move objects up to 25 lbs. and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and communicate effectively
• Maintain close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, team members are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, oil, and grease. Team members occasionally work near moving mechanical parts and perform work from a variety of angles and body positions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Appropriate PPE is required and provided.

Travel

No travel is regularly expected for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Puck provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Puck complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Puck expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Puck | Built to Lead.