Machinist

MiTek Industries; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

Parental Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Retirement

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

myFlexPay

Job summary

MiTek Industries in Missouri is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate conventional lathe machines, interpreting blueprints and GD&T to produce precision parts for customer-specific equipment. The role emphasizes close tolerances, tooling, and process control. Reading micrometers and calipers is essential; you will work within Lean and 5S environments. The company promotes growth and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Blueprints and GD&T interpretation
• Strong math and geometry basics
• Attention to detail and precision

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate turning machine to turn, bore, thread, or face metal materials
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, work orders, and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances
• Identify steel types and sizes needed (HRS and CRS) for the job
• Read measuring devices (Imperial and Metric) and inspect finished parts
• Maintain clean and organized work area and adhere to safety standards
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds and feeds for machining operations
• Attend shift on time and be available for mandatory overtime when necessary

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

High School/GED

Technical School Certificate

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Tape measure

Job description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

A Brief Overview: The Machinist will set up and operate conventional manual lathe machine using Lean and 5S methodologies to fabricate metallic and non‑metallic parts.

Responsibilities

• Identifies different types and sizes of steel needed for the job (primarily HRS and CRS)
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, work orders, and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Set up and operate turning machine to turn, bore, thread, or face metal materials
• Work from drawings and written instructions to create parts for customer‑specific equipment with precision/close tolerances
• Ability to read and understand a tape measure, 12‑inch scale, micrometers, calipers, and other measuring devices (Imperial and Metric)
• Inspect finished parts and record results
• Maintain clean and organized work area
• Select Appropriate cutting tools, speeds and feeds for machining operations
• Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty. This includes but is not limited to the ability to be present at work, arrive on time and be at the workstation ready for work at the start of the shift, and work mandatory overtime when necessary.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required
• 3+ Years Experience in manufacturing or job shop environment preferred
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry
• Technical School Certificate preferred
• Soft Skills Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Computer Skills: Windows Operating System
• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Additional Requirements & Physical Demands

• This is a physical position that requires the individual to be able to: stand, walk and carry up to 50 lbs., push/pull, climb, walk up stairs and crouch.
• This position requires the individual to be able to communicate through speaking and hearing.

MiTek Perks:

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang‑Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry toimprove efficiencies by optimizingthe balance between off‑site and on‑site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds.

As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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