Journeyman CNC Machinist — Lead & Mentor (On-Site)

Dixon Valve Company; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Training opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

The Dixon Group, a long-standing Chestertown, MD manufacturing company, is hiring a Journeyman Machinist to join our on-site team. You will set up, program, and operate CNC and manual machines, troubleshoot tools, and ensure parts meet exact specifications from complex blueprints.

We value veterans and offer training, opportunities for advancement, and a safety-first environment. The role requires a high school diploma, journeyperson status, and 7+ years in machining.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, licensed journeyperson status, and graduation from a CNC Apprenticeship Program.
• 7+ years of proven experience in a machine operation role.
• Extensive knowledge of machine shop mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and machining procedures, with advanced blueprint interpretation and CAM software use.
• Strong attention to detail, troubleshooting ability, and dexterity to adjust machine controls precisely.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain multiple machine centers (lathes and mills) to execute complex projects with a broad range of metals.
• Program CNC machines, run trial operations, and simulate to ensure proper function; revise programs for efficiency and accuracy.
• Analyze orders, blueprints, and data to determine reference points, paths, and precise dimensions.
• Design fixtures and tooling; fabricate and install components to meet engineering needs.
• Use precision instruments to measure and verify completed work against specifications.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

CAM software

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Licensed journeyperson

CNC Apprenticeship

Tools

CNC machines

CAM software

Metrology tools

Job description

The Dixon Group, a long-standing Chestertown, MD manufacturing company, is hiring a Journeyman Machinist to join our on-site team. You will set up, program, and operate CNC and manual machines, troubleshoot tools, and ensure parts meet exact specifications from complex blueprints.

We value veterans and offer training, opportunities for advancement, and a safety-first environment. The role requires a high school diploma, journeyperson status, and 7+ years in machining.