Machinist II (Weekend Shift)

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (AL); Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Machinist II for a weekend shift. This role involves installing, modifying, and troubleshooting machinery, ensuring precision in producing parts and instruments. The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC mills and lathes, alongside a strong understanding of machining processes. Join a dedicated team where your technical expertise will contribute to innovative projects and operational excellence. If you're ready to take on challenges and enhance your skills in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a machining environment.
• Technical training or an associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and repair machinery and equipment.
• Fabricate and modify parts for machine tools.
• Test and ensure machinery meets specifications.

Skills

CNC Mills Operation

G&M Codes Understanding

Machining Measurement Equipment

Mathematical Skills

Manual Dexterity

Physical Stamina

Leadership Skills

Education

Associate's Degree/Technical Training

Tools

Lathes

Milling Machines

Shapers

Grinders

Job description

Machinist II (Weekend Shift)

Job Locations

US-AL-Anniston

Requisition Details

• Requisition ID: 2025-34178
• Position Type: Full Time
• Position Classification: On-Site
• Job Function: Skilled Trades

Overview

Installs, modifies, moves, troubleshoots, repairs, and dismantles machinery and equipment according to requisition documentation, layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings. Prepares installation sites by constructing foundations and aligns and fastens machinery to the foundation using hoists, dollies, rollers, trucks, tools, squares, rules, and micrometers. Performs operational tests on newly installed, modified, repaired, and moved machinery and equipment to ensure they meet technical specifications. Fabricates metal parts for prototype equipment based on drawings. Programs PLCs (programmable logic controllers).

Major Position Responsibilities

• Assists with the installation, operation, testing, and adjustment of various types of conventional or automatic machines used to produce precision parts and instruments.
• Fabricates and modifies parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree/Technical Training
• 2-4 Years Experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Experience operating CNC Mills and/or Lathes.
• Basic understanding of G&M Codes.
• Knowledge of insert wear.
• Ability to change tooling (inserts).
• Ability to use machining measurement equipment (calipers, depth mics, etc.).
• Mathematical skills.
• Technical expertise.
• Manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Leadership skills.