Machinist – Machine Operator

Elgen Staffing; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of precision metal and steel components is seeking an experienced Machinist – Machine Operator in Springfield. The ideal candidate will perform complex machining tasks, use specialized tools, and maintain safety standards while working with a talented team. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Benefits

Excellent Benefit Package

Paid Vacation & PTO Time

Eleven Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

401K

100% Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Ability to perform standard shop computations, including trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate complex machining processes.
• Use all machinists' hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the work area.

Skills

Machining

Advanced Shop Math

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Completion of Apprenticeship Program

Tools

Bridgeport Milling Machines

Hardinge Tool Room Lathes

Tool and Surface Grinders

CMM Equipment

Job description

Our client, an industry leading manufacturer of precision metal and steel components, has an immediate need for an experienced Machinist – Machine Operator, to join their winning team in Springfield.

Our candidate of choice will set up and perform the most diversified and complex progressive machining, fitting and assembly operations and determine proper tooling and sequence of operations, and skillfully uses all machinists’ hand tools and machine shop measuring equipment in order to produce work to specifications. Must be able to make complicated set-ups and operate available machine tools; determine operational sequences, proper jigs, fixtures and design of tool to be used.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be able to make complicated set-ups and operate available machine tools; determine operational sequences, proper jigs, fixtures and design of tools to be used.
• Must be able to skillfully use all machinist’s hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Must be familiar with the machining of most materials.
• Must be able to use advanced shop math, including trigonometry.
• Moves parts to and from the work area.
• Maintains good housekeeping in the work area.
• Meets all safety requirements in the machine shop and follows all company policies.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by supervision.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a High school diploma or equivalent education
• Requires the completion of an apprenticeship program or similar on the job experience of approximately four years or at least five years experience as a machinist.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate standard and specialized equipment to produce prototype and/or production parts
• Ability to perform standard shop computations, using technical math, geometry and trigonometry.
• In-depth knowledge of geometric dimensions and tolerances in both standard and metric systems
• Candidate must have “Team” like mentality and be willing to work with a group
• Proficient use of “Bridgeport” type milling machines
• Proficient use of “Hardinge” type tool room precision lathes as well as engine lathes
• Proficient use of tool and surface grinders
• Proficient use of all shop inspection equipment, including but not limited to, CMM, comparator, digital height gages, micrometers, etc.

WE OFFER:

• We offer an excellent benefit package
• Paid Vacation & PTO Time
• Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement

Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role!

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