Machinist

nVent; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

nVent seeks an experienced machinist to fabricate custom components for maintenance and engineering. You will design fixtures, operate CNC, lathe and milling machines, and maintain tooling with precision.

Reading blueprints, using measurement tools, and applying mathematical analysis are essential to ensure quality parts. Validate processes and support productivity improvements across a global organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred with machinist experience.
• Able to read blueprints and compute measurements with precision.
• Experience operating CNC, lathe and milling machines.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate components and replacement parts for maintenance and engineering.
• Design and build fixtures to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Operate and maintain machine tools safely, in a non-temperature controlled plant.
• Coordinate priorities with Maintenance Manager to maximize productivity.
• Troubleshoot machinery and implement process improvements.

Skills

Machine shop operations

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Mathematical skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Lathes

Milling machines

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Calipers

Comparator

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• This is a Temp to Hire position. Based on 30, 60, 90 training.
• Fabricate custom components and replacement parts to support Maintenance and Engineering Department operations.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to develop innovative and effective design solutions.
• Design and manufacture custom parts in situations where engineering drawings or blueprints are unavailable.
• Produce precision components from sketches, samples, and verbal specifications.
• Design and build jigs, fixtures, and tooling to improve manufacturing efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of machine shop equipment to ensure reliability and support production demands.
• Manage inventory levels of machine tooling, supplies, and fabricated spare parts, ensuring timely replenishment to support efficient machining operations and minimize production downtime.
• Safely set up, operate, and maintain machine tools to prevent equipment damage, material loss, and operational disruptions.
• Coordinate work activities and project priorities with the Maintenance Manager to maximize plant productivity and efficiency.
• Independently operate, troubleshoot, and repair machinery and equipment on routine assignments while effectively handling new or unusual tasks with general guidance.
• Apply mathematical principles and technical knowledge to support machining, fabrication, and precision manufacturing processes.
• Continuously identify and implement equipment and process improvements to increase productivity, reliability, and reduce downtime.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Complete all assigned work safely, professionally, efficiently, and within established timeframes.
• Maintain a regular work schedule and work overtime as needed to support operational requirements.
• Perform other related duties and special assignments as directed, including work beyond normal shift hours or workweeks to meet business needs.

YOU HAVE:

• Academic background: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in or with: Over one year experience as a machinist or equivalent.
• Skills: Must have the skills necessary to operate the CNC, lathes, and mill machines. Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills. Skills in the use of measuring tools (Dial indicators, Micrometers, Calipers, Comparator). Strong fundamental mathematical skills and apply them to machine shop technologies. Skills in industrial math. Basic computer skills including data entry and retrieval, Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, etc.). Basic reading and writing skills. Communication skills verbally and written.
• Abilities to meet the physical and environmental demands: Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that is not temperature controlled. Ability to wear the appropriate PPE. Ability to perform frequent strenuous work and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world’s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
• Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nVent.com.

Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
• Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.