Machinist II

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Sharon (Mercer County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellwood Crankshaft Group (ECG) in Sharon, PA seeks a Machinist II to operate large CNC machines, loading, setting offsets, and monitoring processes. The role includes basic maintenance, in-process inspection, and documentation to ensure quality.

You will work a 4-on 4-off schedule with day, night, or rotating shifts, and operate band saws, lathes, and cranes while meeting safety and production targets.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years machining experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiar with general computer applications.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be results oriented with a strong desire to succeed.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate large CNC machines: load workpiece, set program offsets, monitor machining.
• Perform basic maintenance and clean equipment and work area.
• Conduct in-process inspection of parts and maintain records.
• Move and position parts using overhead cranes and forklifts as needed.
• Machine drive flats using CNC mill and perform tooling repairs and adjustments.
• Follow all plant safety rules and maintain high quality standards.
• Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs and frequent lifting up to 30 lbs; varied physical duties.

Skills

Machining experience

Reading drawings

CNC fundamentals

Shop math

Problem solving

Verbal/written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Tow motors

Overhead cranes

Band saw

Lathe

Job description

At ELLWOOD Crankshaft Group (ECG), we manufacture components that power industries around the world. As a global leader in the design, forging, machining, and manufacturing of large, complex crankshafts and critical metal components, ECG combines advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship.

Our products support rail, marine, energy, oil and gas, power generation, and industrial equipment. From one-of-a-kind multiple-throw crankshafts to precision-machined components and value-added services, our work keeps freight moving, ships operating, energy flowing, and critical equipment running.

At ECG, you'll tackle complex challenges, build products few companies can make, and make a meaningful impact.

Metal with a Mission. Careers with Purpose.

ECM is currently hiring for the Machinist II position for our Sharon, PA facility. Team members in this position operate large, CNC-controlled crankshaft milling and turning machines. Duties and responsibilities are dynamic and may change over time to suit business needs. The Machinist II position is a non-exempt, full-time opportunity that typically works a 4-on 4-off schedule working 12-hour shifts. Machinist II may workday, night, or rotating shifts as dictated by business needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 or more years machining experience preferred, but not required
• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated problem-solving abilities
• Familiar with general computer applications
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be results oriented with a strong desire to succeed
• Solid verbal and written communication skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Read and understand written instructions and work lists
• Basic shop math skills (Algebra / Geometry)
• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings
• Read and interpret CNC program manuscripts
• Perform basic troubleshooting of CNC programs
• Use precision measuring instruments
• Experience operating tow motors, overhead cranes, or similar heavy equipment

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE

• Primary responsibility is to operate a large, CNC machines:
  • Loading workpiece into machine, layout and setting program offsets
  • Monitoring the machining process, identifying and correcting issues
  • Unloading and deburring of semi-finished part
  • Indexing carbide inserts, rebuilding and basic repairs of tooling system
  • Proving out new CNC part programs
• Basic machine maintenance (simple repairs, filling oil tanks, cleaning out chips and debris)
• Performing in-process inspection of workpieces
• Maintaining relevant reports and documentation
• Keeping work area neat, clean, and organized
• Operating a metal cutting band saw
• Turning and centering parts in a lathe
• Machining drive flats into work pieces using a CNC mill
• Moving items with overhead cranes, power pushers, forklifts, and other motorized equipment
• Performs all work in accordance with plant safety rules.
• Maintains highest quality standards in the execution of all assigned work.
• Performs other routine labor work as assigned and as required in accordance with production needs.
• This position will require occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds and frequent lifting of up to 30 pounds. This position will also require frequent sitting, standing, reaching and climbing. It will also include occasional walking, climbing and squatting. The physical demands for this job are Light-Medium.