MACHINIST MILL (3rd shift)

Cope Plastics; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health & Dental and Vision保险

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Substantial paid holiday schedule

Immediate time-off earnings

Job summary

Cope Plastics seeks a skilled Machinist - Vertical Mill Operator in Alton, IL to contribute to high-quality production on the 3rd shift. The role involves programming, tool changes, and precise part inspection in a safe, team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate has CNC experience, solid math and measurement skills, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced facility. Competitive benefits and a strong, family-like culture are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with CNC machines preferred.
• Strong math and measuring skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and verify programs into mills, lathes, and related machines.
• Set up tools and position work pieces per instructions.
• Operate control consoles to position spindles and verify references.
• Adjust tooling and fixtures to maintain tolerances.
• Inspect parts with measuring instruments and document results.
• Identify and report machine malfunctions or tooling issues.

Skills

CNC machining

Mill operation

Lathe operation

Measuring skills

Fast-paced work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Cope Plastics Inc Alton - Alton, IL 62002Position Type: Full-TimeSalary Range: $21.97 - $25.00 HourlyJob Shift: Third Shift

We are seeking aMachinist - Vertical Mill Operatorto join our team at our Alton, Illinois facility. Our machinists are a vital part of our overall success, as we rely on them to continue producing high quality products for our valued customers. We pride ourselves in providing a safe and family-like work environment. Join a positive working environment with a team of highly skilled machinists.

3rd shift position (11pm-7am).

Starting at $21.97/hour and higher based on experience, plus $3/hour shift differential!

Essential Functions:

• Keys in or downloads provided programs into manual, semi-automatic, and automatic mills, lathes and other related machines employing recognized tooling and procedures with tolerances that are close but not difficult to maintain.
• Works from detailed instructions, standard coding and operational data to change or mount tools and to position work piece.
• Operates control console to orient spindle and check work position at specified reference points.
• Adjusts machine and fixture stops to maintain tolerance requirements.
• Interprets part drawings when applicable, uses required measuring instruments to check machine positioning and inspects work.
• Recognizes and reports machine malfunctions, tooling difficulties, etc.
• De-burrs parts, performs final inspection, completes paperwork and prepares parts for transport to packaging.

Why you should apply:

• Competitive benefit package (Group Health & Dental and Vision Insurance)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Substantial paid holiday schedule
• Immediate time-off earnings

QualificationsIdeal Candidate profile:

• CNC machinists with a diverse background in lathe and/or mill operation
• Strong shop aptitude; math and measuring skills are a plus
• Courteous and dedicated to providing excellent service through quality work
• Ability to learn and work in a quick pace environment.

Position Qualification & Requirement:

• Requires a high school education or GED.
• Diversified manufacturing experience preferred, including a working knowledge of machining techniques and experience with numerically controlled machines.