Machinist

Vulcan Elements; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Elements is seeking a skilled Machinist to operate, maintain, and test a range of machining equipment at our Four Oaks, NC facility, with relocation to Benson, NC as we move to a new plant. The role supports precision manufacturing for high-performance magnets across defense, aerospace, and automotive sectors.

You will work on wire EDM, grinders, mills, lathes, lasers, and associated tooling, creating precise parts and documentation, while collaborating with engineers to optimize

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD/CAM software
• Familiarity with G & M code
• Familiarity with analog and digital inspection and measurement tools
• Read and generate technical drawings
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a variety of machining equipment including wire EDM, grinders, mills, lathes, lasers.
• Process test samples and parts to internal and external specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Create and refine processing parameters for various materials.
• Perform first article and test inspections on processed parts.
• Design and implement custom workholding solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers to establish scheduling and processing plans.
• Maintain spare parts and consumables inventory.
• Establish SOPs for workholding and equipment operation.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

G & M code

Inspection tools

Technical drawings

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.

As a Machinist you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and testing a variety of machining equipment. This role begins at Johnston Community College, Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Four Oaks, NC and is expected to move to Benson, NC upon completion of new facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain andoperatea variety of equipment including wire EDM, grinders, mills, lathes, wire saws, lasers
• Process a variety of test samples and parts to internal and externalspecifications
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment
• Create, document, and refine processing parameters for a variety of materials
• Perform first article andtest inspections on processed parts
• Design and implement customWorkholdingsolutions
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians toestablishscheduling and processing plans
• Maintain a spare parts and consumables inventory
• Establish SOPs forWorkholdingand equipment operation

Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change asdeterminedby the needs of the business

Qualifications

• Experience with CADandCAMsoftware's
• Familiarity with G and M code
• Familiarity with analog and digital inspection and measurement tools
• Read and generate technical drawings
• High School Diplomaor equivalent

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experiencecreating customgcodepost processors
• Experience withmultiaxisgrinding
• Experience with laser cutters, waterjets,wireand sinker EDMs, and diamond wire saws
• Experience with die and toolmaking
• Experience with automated part loading

Physical and Environmental Requirements

The position requires regular presence on the production floor and the ability to navigate all areas of the facility. Candidates must be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in environments that may be hot, humid, or noisy. The role involves exposure to cut hazards and other physical risks associated with equipment, tools, and production processes. Employees must be able to recognize and avoid sharp edges, moving parts, and other potential sources of injury.

This position also requires the use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and adherence to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Employees must complete required fit testing, wear appropriate PPE for the duration of assigned tasks, and respond safely to changing conditions within the production environment.