Machinist/Machine Setup Operator

Reliable Equipment & Service Co.; Warminster Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

STD/LTD

Life Insurance

FSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Reliable Equipment MFG Co. in Warminster, PA is seeking a full-time Machinist / Machine Setup Operator to join a growing team serving the Power and Utility industry.

The role involves setting up and running CNC milling centers, interpreting prints, and ensuring quality through inspections. A background in CNC setup, tooling, and safety is required, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Vo-tech, MFG trade school or equivalent preferred).
• Prior experience with machine tools and equipment.
• Mechanical or technical background.
• Professional knowledge of safety protocols.
• 3+ years operating CNC and setup of machines.
• Horizontal machining experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• NC programming in NC Code.
• Strong sense for MFG design and work-holding.
• Understanding of machine tooling and utilization.
• Knowledge of material properties.
• Reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Attentive to detail and capable of multitasking.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC milling jobs on vertical and horizontal centers.
• Minimize costs and time while producing quality parts to prints.
• Operate multiple machine tools and coordinate with peers.
• Interpret drawings and work orders; document production steps.
• Validate setups, first articles, and machining operations with inspections.
• Deburr, clean, and prepare parts for next operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and housekeeping in the work center.
• Take on other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setup

Machining operations

Inspection

Safety protocols

Communication skills

NC Code

Machining design & work-holding

Tooling knowledge

Material properties

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Reliable Equipment in Warminster is looking for a full-time Machinist/Machine Setup Operator.

Overview

Reliable Equipment MFG Co. is a modern and clean (air-conditioned) manufacturing facility looking for a Machinist / Machine Setup Operator to be a part of a growing team serving the Power and Utility industry.

A Machinist / Machine Setup Operator is responsible for the setup and operating Vertical and Horizontal Machining centers to produce precision parts and components. The application of mechanical knowledge, manufacturing techniques, work-holding, and CNC machine setup procedures, is required. Safety and accuracy must be at the forefront of all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run existing jobs on a variety of CNC milling equipment (experience with both vertical and horizontal machining centers is preferred).


• Perform machining operations with the aim of minimizing costs and time, deliberately seeking the most efficient process, while making quality parts that match the prints specifications and are withing tolerances.


• Operate multiple machine tools and perform delegated tasks simultaneously in orchestration with other operators, to maximize productivity and teamwork.


• Interpret technical drawings and work order instructions in accordance with company and industry standards, processing all required documentation and accountability in production.


• Validate setups, first articles, and machining operations by performing inspections of component features and monitoring tooling life and equipment performance.


• Process all work by following defined and implied workmanship standards, deburring, cleaning, and preparing machined parts for the next operation.


• Perform preventative maintenance and cleanup of all equipment, machinery, and facilities in the individuals work center.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (Vo-tech, MFG trade school or equivalent preferred)


• Prior experience with machine tools and equipment


• Mechanical or technical background


• Professional knowledge of safety protocols


• 3 years+ operating CNC and set up of machines.


• Horizontal machining experience is preferred.


• Strong communication skills


• Programming in NC Code


• Strong sense in MFG design and work-holding


• Thorough understanding of machine tooling and utilization


• Excellent knowledge of material properties


• Must be reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic.


• Attentive to detail


• Capable of handling multiple tasks


• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.


• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

Reliable Equipment offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, FSA, paid time off and much more.

• Candidates offered this position must successfully complete and pass a drug test and background check.


• This is a Safety Sensitive Position

Reliable Equipment is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for all people and embraces diversity. Furthermore, Reliable Equipment does not discriminate as Reliable Equipment is an equal opportunity employer. Reliable Equipment does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), disability, genetics, citizenship status, military service, or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment opportunities.