Machinist - Screw Machine / Set-Up

Precision Castparts; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonuses

Weekly pay

Meaningful work

Complete benefits package

401k with match up to 5%

No mandatory overtime

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Personal time

Shift differential pay

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in Nashville, TN seeks an experienced Screw Machine Tool Setter on 1st shift. You will operate Acme/Davenport screw machines, perform setups, and ensure parts meet tolerances. Overtime opportunities may arise on weekends or extra shifts.

We offer signing bonuses, weekly pay, and a complete benefits package including a 401k with company match up to 5%. Must have high school diploma or GED and prior machining experience.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and setting up screw machines (Acme/Davenport or similar).
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret tolerances.
• Proficient in shop math and tool geometry.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to meet specifications and first article checks.
• Perform setup of fixtures and cutting tools for production runs.
• Conduct in-process inspections and document results.
• Adjust offsets and tools to maintain quality and tolerances.
• Meet production demands and work across multiple machines.

Skills

Screw machine operation

Set-up offsets

Reading blueprints

Shop math

Machining with gauges

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Acme/Davenport screw machines

Job description

Greer Stop Nut in Nashville, TN has an immediate need for an experienced Screw Machine Tool Setter on 1st Shift. Candidates should have prior experience operating and performing set‑up on Acme Screw Machines, Davenport Screw Machines, or other similar type of machining equipment.

At Greer Stop Nut, we manufacture specialty threaded locking fasteners (a.k.a. nuts) used in the aerospace and nautical industries on items such as jets and submarines. The manufacturing process of these pieces are carefully monitored to ensure the highest level of quality is always ensured. If you have a machining background specialized in screw machine equipment and would like to join this exciting industry we hope you will consider Greer Stop Nut as the home for your next career.

Schedule

Start time is 5:00AM and the shift ends at 2:30 PM Monday - Friday.

Overtime

Overtime opportunities are often available on Saturdays or before and after the usual weekday shift.

We Offer

• Signing Bonuses!
• Weekly Pay
• Meaningful Work
• Complete Benefits Package
• 401k Retirement Plan with match up to 5%
• No Mandatory Overtime
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal Time
• Shift Differential Pay

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate assigned machine(s) to manufacture parts to required specifications.
• Use sample parts, blueprints, and schematics to determine the method and order of operations.
• Protect machines and machined product by following processes and procedures such as part loading, being in control of the machine, and safely transporting product over short distances.
• Maintain product quality through monitoring and adjusting machine offsets as needed.
• Perform and record in-process inspection actions such as measuring and validating part features regarding dimensional tolerances and specifications.
• Perform first article and buyoff.
• Perform setup operations which includes setting up fixtures and cutting tools.
• Perform inspection tasks of intermediate complexity interacting with drawings and more advanced inspection tools.
• Meet production demands as assigned.
• Run production on multiple machines at once. (Primary & Secondary)
• Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Prior experience in the operation and setup of Swiss-style Screw Machine equipment or other similar devices used for machining metal parts.
• A working knowledge of setting and adjusting offsets, and ability to accurately adjust and/or change cams and gears.
• The ability to identify and correctly load and secure fixtures with minimal assistance.
• A working knowledge of shop math including tool geometry, positive and negative numbers, as well as basic geometry.
• The ability to read basic prints and apply basic dimensional specifications to inspection processes.

Required Experience

• Typically, this position requires evidence of success in advanced machining duties for at least two years prior to hire.

Level Of Education

• High School diploma or GED is expected

Greer Stop Nut / Precision Castparts Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.