Machinist

MJSA; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k with company match

Medical and dental plans

Bonuses

Job summary

Hoover & Strong in Chesterfield, Virginia seeks a skilled machinist to fabricate, repair, and improve tooling for 20,000 small parts per year. The role focuses on manual milling and grinding, blueprint interpretation, and toolmaking for dies, jigs, and molds in a production environment.

The candidate should have 5+ years of manual machining experience, be proficient with inspection tools, and communicate effectively with coworkers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manual machining experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use inspection tools.
• Intermediate Windows and Microsoft Office skills.
• Punctual, reliable, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities.
• Strong teamwork and effective written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to follow policies and procedures.
• Physical ability to stand, lift up to 45 lbs and work in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret CAD drawings, prints, and job orders to determine dimensions and setup.
• Set up, operate, inspect, repair and maintain manual mills, lathes, and surface grinders to meet precise specs.
• Build/modify prototypes, production molds, dies, and miscellaneous tooling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bridgeport milling

Trak mill

Manual machining

Blueprint interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Punctual and reliable

Team communication

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

File management

Inspection tools

Job description

Hoover & Strong (Chesterfield, Virginia)

Hoover & Strong seeks a machinist to make, repair, and improve a variety of tools that enable the production of approximately 20,000 small parts for our customers, including jewelry, contract castings, findings, mill products and eco-friendly metal refining. These may include dies, jigs, fixtures, clamps or molds to produce a more robust part that meets the specification of the customer. This role requires the practical application of good manufacturing practices and organizational skills. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal skills and an aptitude for hands-on problem solving.

Primary Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of manual machining experience, specifically Bridgeport or Trak mill style.
• Able to read and use inspection tools instruments (i.e.: rulers, gauges, micrometers, indicator, calipers, etc.), as well as interpret Blueprints.
• Intermediate computer skills in Windows, Office, directory navigation, and file management including creating file naming conventions that are easy to navigate.
• Must be punctual and reliable; achieves results even when confronted with conflicting responsibilities and limited resources
• Must work well with coworkers using both written and verbal communication. Will usually voice their opinions and ideas when problem-solving to formulate the best path forward.
• Ability to learn, understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains high ethics. Is respectful and honest. Is caring, friendly and willing to share knowledge and expertise.
• Will be required to perform specific tasks that involve standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, kicking or kneeling.
• Must be able to lift with or without mechanical aids on a recurring basis (up to 45 lbs.).
• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must have 20/20 distance vision with or without the use of aids such as glasses or contact lenses.

Primary Responsibilities:

Machinist: 80%

• Interpret CAD drawing, prints, and job orders to determine dimensions and machine set-up; certify work against blueprints.
• Be able to set up, operate, inspect, repair and maintain all aspects of various machining and grinding equipment such as manual mills, manual lathes, and manual surface grinders to machine or grind components to precise specifications.
• Build/modify various prototypes/production molds, dies, and miscellaneous tooling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Quality Control / Documentation – 20%

• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications using precision-measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, comparators, etc.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management.
• Work with the 6S system to maintain the shop including performing quality checks or inspections, together with required charting.
• Write quality SOP and work instructions that are easy to read and understand.

Compensation: $52,000 to $56,160 per year

Our benefits package includes:

• Paid time off – 14 days (pro-rated first year)
• Nine paid holidays
• Eligibility for 401k, with company profit-sharing contributions
• Company contribution to your medical and dental plans
• Voluntary vision and supplemental insurance available
• Company-paid tuition reimbursement for qualified courses
• Performance bonuses and Spot Awards
• Monthly luncheons, cookouts and other fun activities

Weekdays only—no shift work

Hoover & Strong is a 108 year-old, family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner. We cater to the jewelry industry by manufacturing over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our products and services include jewelry, contract casting, findings, mill products, and eco-friendly metal refining.

Five generations of Hoover leadership, along with a team of over 125 enthusiastic and dedicated coworkers have created a progressive, family-oriented work environment that encourages personal growth, the sharing of creative ideas and responsible practices. Our work ethic is strong and we strive for excellence and innovation in everything that we do. Providing high quality products and professional services is our passion and we do it all in a casual, non-corporate atmosphere with respect and appreciation for one another.

Make a difference in YOUR life and become a part of the Hoover family!

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