Machinist III

Oerlikon Group; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in additive manufacturing is seeking a Machinist III for their Huntersville, NC facility. This role requires advanced machining skills, blueprint reading proficiency, and independence in operation. The position offers competitive salary, robust benefits from day one, and opportunities for personal development. Join us in a dynamic culture that fuels innovation and excellence!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan

Excellent Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

100% company paid life insurance

Employee Referral Bonus program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a machinist or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of machining processes and GD&T.
• Proficient in interpreting complex technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for complex parts.
• Ensure parts meet specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Assist in training Level 1 & 2 machinists.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to Detail

Blueprint Reading

Machining Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized machining certifications (e.g., CNC, tool & die)

Tools

CNC Machines

Manual Lathes

Grinders

Precision Measurement Tools

Job description

Machinist III

We are looking for a Machinist III for our Huntersville, NC facility. This is a third shift position with core hours 10:00pm – 06:30am. Oerlikon A dditive Manufacturing (AM) produces high quality components for a variety of industries, including Aerospace, Defense, Oil and Gas, and Semiconductor. Through the use of metal additive 3D printers, we manufacture complex metal prototypes or series parts rapidly and without any tooling. The Level 3 Machinist has advanced experience and is able to work with no supervision on more complex machining tasks. They are proficient in reading blueprints and operating various machines including manual lathes, grinders, CNC lathes, and 3 axis CNC mills. They may assist in training level 1 & 2 machinists.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Ensure parts are fabricated according to specified tolerances and quality standards.
• Interpret and analyze blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications to determine the machining process.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for more complex production parts.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for more complex production parts.
• Be able to prove out a prepared program provided by engineering.
• Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators) to check the dimensions of finished parts.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions and make necessary adjustments.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and tools.
• Communicate with team members, supervisors, and engineers to resolve production issues.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of Level 1 & 2 machinists.

Your Profile:

• In compliance with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR),candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

• The ability to troubleshoot operational issues and relay information to the team is a must
• Self-motivation is a must and the ability to work independently once tasked is required
• Experience working with basic shop tools and hand tools required
• Good verbal and written communication skills required
• Good track record of attendance and being on time for work
• Ability to wear a respirator when applicable
• Ability to climb stairs and step ladders
• Ability to lift 30 lbs
• Ability to sit or stand as needed to perform essential functions of the position
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience as a machinist or equivalent
• Basic understanding of machine tools (milling, lathe, drill presses, CNC)
• Experience with SAP, or other shop floor data management systems
• Ability to read and interpret highly complex technical drawings

• GD&T knowledge. Can internally train others in GD&T. Has an advanced knowledge of how the different features are measured, and how it can impact the parts. Likewise, how machined features can impact inspection (i.e. machined datums vs as printed datums)

• Experience in leading teams or project
• High attention to detail, with expertise in maintaining tight tolerances
• Ability to train and mentor other machinists
• High school diploma or equivalent, with specialized machining certifications (e.g., CNC, tool & die, etc.)

Why Oerlikon:

Curiosity thrives at Oerlikon, and creates a dynamic, energetic and exciting environment that incubates innovation and passion to consistently improve what we do every day. This drives value for our customers and other stakeholders and helps us to enhance the performance of our products and services.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

About us

Oerlikon is a global innovation powerhouse for surface engineering, polymer processing and additive manufacturing in key industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, tooling and textiles. We serve as a key partner in enabling our customers to reach their targets for optimizing the performance, function and sustainability of their products and manufacturing processes.Our solutions reduce emissions in transportation, maximize longevity and performance of tools, increase energy efficiency and advance intelligent material and sustainable polymer processing. These achievements are proven hallmarks of our global leadership.

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Agencies:

Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.