Machinist - General Spec - Weekend Shift

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Camden, AR is seeking a Machinist General Specialist to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, reading blueprints and applying precise measurements to produce high-quality parts. The role requires 1–3 years of experience and a US citizen for access to a restricted facility.

The position emphasizes accuracy, tool setting, and adherence to detailed specifications, with a focus on precision and reliability in a team manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes, tool setting.
• 1-3 years experience.
• Facility requires special access so the selected candidate must be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes
• Interpreting blueprints and engineering specifications
• Determining sequence of operations and making standard shop computations
• Using machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions and reference points
• Fitting and assembling precision parts into mechanical equipment

Skills

CNC milling

CNC lathe operation

Interpreting blueprints

GD&T

Blueprint reading

SPC

CNC programming basics

Tools

CNC control software

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Machinist General Specialist for our manufacturing team. Our team is responsible for setting up and operating various machine tools to produce metal parts and mechanisms with exacting tolerances and dimensions.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Machinist General Specialist, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes to manufacture high-quality parts. You will interpret blueprints, determine sequences of operations, and use precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy and precision.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes
• Interpreting blueprints and engineering specifications
• Determining sequence of operations and making standard shop computations
• Using machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions and reference points
• Fitting and assembling precision parts into mechanical equipment

Why Join Us

You're a skilled and detail-oriented individual with a passion for machining and manufacturing. As a collaborative and experienced machinist, you possess a strong foundation in CNC operations, blueprint reading, and precision measurement. You're excited about the opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the production of high-quality parts and mechanisms. If you have a strong work ethic and a desire to work with cutting-edge technology.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Camden.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• Previous experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes, tool setting.
• 1-3 years experience.
• Facility requires special access so the selected candidate must be a US citizen.

Desired Skills

Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, SPC and basic knowledge of CNC programming.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $45200.00 - $84000.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.