Machinist

Mueller Water Products; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Mueller Water Products in Chattanooga, Tennessee is looking for a skilled CNC Operator to set up and manage CNC mills and lathes. The role involves interpreting blueprints, ensuring equipment operates correctly, and maintaining high-quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with CNC or manual machines and must be comfortable working in a machining environment. Mueller offers a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing setting is required.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds when necessary.
• Hands-on work with personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC mills and lathes.
• Interpret blueprints to ensure part accuracy.
• Perform routine checks using precision measuring instruments.
• Load and unload raw materials from machines.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Machine troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Prior experience with CNC or manual machines

Tools

CNC mills

Lathes

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Who We Are

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, we have built the future of water infrastructure, delivering products and solutions that help cities and utilities provide clean water to millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities with safe drinking water. We value respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety, and we champion our people to achieve meaningful results.

Primary Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment to produce valve components to specified tolerances.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure proper machine operation and part accuracy.
• Adjust machine settings and offsets as needed.
• Perform routine checks with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to verify parts meet tolerances and print standards.
• Conduct basic operator care, troubleshoot CNC machines, and minimize downtime.
• Report mechanical or operational issues to the supervisor or team lead.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished parts from machines.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records, including job travelers and check sheets.
• Change out machine tools, inserts, and other components.
• Follow machine shop safety policies and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Work safely in the manufacturing production environment.
• Follow detailed verbal or written assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
• Fill out basic forms, reports, and label products related to job duties.
• Communicate and work effectively with others.
• Provide hands‑on and verbal training to coworkers as needed.
• Report quality, process, equipment, and material problems to the Production Supervisor or management.
• Record daily work performed and distribution of work time.
• Use software systems as needed to complete job duties.
• Contribute to a culture of high‑quality products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other job‑related duties as directed by the supervisor per company policies.

Job Expectations

• Hands‑on work and use of personal protective equipment.
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (and up to 50 pounds when pressing).
• Work in extreme temperatures.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Use power tools, air tools, and vibrating equipment.
• Operate around hot, heavy machinery.
• Work from a standing position for extended periods.
• Move materials using a powered vehicle (forklift).
• Repetitive standing, bending, turning, and twisting for extended periods.
• Pass a basic aptitude test, physical, drug/alcohol test, and background check.
• Be available to work all shifts, including possible mandatory overtime on weekends.
• Have prior experience with CNC or manual machines in a manufacturing setting.

Other Compensation & Benefits

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with a 5% company match; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; short‑term and long‑term disability benefits; vacation; 100% paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement; student‑debt retirement matching; a well‑being program; an Employee Assistance Program; company‑provided life insurance; and supplemental insurance at group rates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal‑employment employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. We participate in E‑Verify and comply with all applicable laws.