Machinist

Tradesmen International, LLC; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn more

Vacation Pay

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

Tradesmen International, LLC is immediately hiring experienced Machinists for projects in the Portage, IN area. This first shift role pays $35-40/hour based on experience and skill level, with safety and quality as priorities.

Responsibilities include setting up and operating CNC mills/turning centers, reading blueprints, selecting tooling, and performing first-piece inspections. Benefits and career opportunity are highlighted by the employer.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and turning centers
• Ability read/interpret blueprints and machining specs
• Proficient with precision measurement tools and first-piece inspections

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal and vertical mills, horizontal boring mills, and turning centers within a custom job-shop environment
• Work with Mazak, Haas, Kia, and Tongtai equipment, including Mazak HCN, VTC, Quick Turn, Slant Turn, and Integrex machines
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and machining specifications
• Select tooling, establish work offsets, load programs, and make necessary program adjustments
• Set up fixtures, pallet systems, hydraulic steady rests, and Renishaw probing equipment
• Perform first-piece inspections and verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments
• Safely move and position materials using overhead cranes and jib cranes
• Troubleshoot machining issues, adjust tooling and offsets, and maintain quality throughout production
• Follow shop safety procedures and maintain an organized work area

Skills

Machinist

Tools

Mazak

Haas

Kia

Tongtai

Job description

Description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Machinists for projects located in the Portage, IN area. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is $35-40/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Machinist and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal and vertical mills, horizontal boring mills, and turning centers within a custom job-shop environment


• Work with Mazak, Haas, Kia, and Tongtai equipment, including Mazak HCN, VTC, Quick Turn, Slant Turn, and Integrex machines


• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and machining specifications


• Select tooling, establish work offsets, load programs, and make necessary program adjustments


• Set up fixtures, pallet systems, hydraulic steady rests, and Renishaw probing equipment


• Perform first-piece inspections and verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments


• Safely move and position materials using overhead cranes and jib cranes


• Troubleshoot machining issues, adjust tooling and offsets, and maintain quality throughout production


• Follow shop safety procedures and maintain an organized work area

Company Details

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked


• Vacation Pay


• Health insurance


• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.

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Location

US-IN-PORTAGE