MACHINIST MILL (3rd shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Cope Plastics Inc in Alton, Illinois is seeking a Machinist - Vertical Mill Operator on the 3rd shift (11pm–7am). You will load programs, set up tools, adjust equipment and verify work with precision measurements to maintain tight tolerances.

The role requires high school diploma or GED and experience with CNC mills; diversified machining background preferred. We offer starting pay at $21.97/hour plus $3/hour shift differential, plus competitive benefits and a safe, family-like work environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Keys in or downloads provided programs into manual, semi-automatic, and automatic mills, lathes and other related machines.
• 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 and uses measuring instruments to check machine positioning and inspect parts.
• Recognizes and reports machine malfunctions or tooling difficulties; deburrs, inspects, and prepares parts for transport.

Skills

CNC Machining

Lathe Operations

Math & Measuring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a Machinist - Vertical Mill Operator to 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 MatchShort-term Disability InsuranceLife InsuranceSubstantial paid holiday scheduleImmediate time-off earningsInterested in learning more about our benefits? Click here.Ideal Candidate profile:CNC machinists with a diverse background in lathe and/or mill operationStrong shop aptitude; math and measuring skills are a plusCourteous and dedicated to providing excellent service through quality workAbility 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.