Machinist, Senior

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Berne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to machine parts to drawing specifications. The role requires proficient CNC operation, blueprint interpretation, and precision measurement to meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate will perform setups, load and edit programs, and troubleshoot tooling while maintaining accurate labor records and housekeeping of the work area. Comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required with math background.
• Machine trade school certification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings.
• Proficient in operating CNC machines and running setups.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to tier level and machine parts to tolerances.
• Inspect parts for quality using calipers, micrometers and go/no-go gauges.
• Record labor data and manage job dispatches via terminal.
• Perform hand operations like filing, fitting, and scraping as needed.
• Support housekeeping by cleaning machine tables and area.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Precision machining

Education

High School or equivalent

Machine Trade School Certification

Applicable math background

Blueprint reading and interpretation skills

Tools

CNC machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Go/no-go gauges

Job description

Position Summary

This position will machine parts with CNC machines to the drawings and blueprint specifications to meet customer requirements. Must possess the skills necessary to perform duties. Must also possess the necessary precision equipment/tools to perform the duties of this position.

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to operate machines to tier level
• Machine parts to required tolerances
• Inspect parts as necessary to meet quality requirements using devices such as calipers, micrometers, and go/no-go gauges
• Perform all necessary hand operations such as filing, fitting, and scraping
• Checks dispatch list for next job
• Cleans machine table & machine
• Sweeps floor and mop
• Record labor for job by keying data into terminal
• Any additional job tasks assigned by management

Education

• High School or equivalent
• Machine Trade School Certification or equivalent work experience
• Applicable math background and skills
• Blueprint reading and interpretation skills

Mandatory Qualification Requirements

• Must be proficient in skills and knowledge identified in Tier I and II requirements
• Demonstrated advanced blueprint reading skills. Must be able to interpret any blueprint no matter how complicated.
• Must be proficient in CNC machines. This includes running any machine assigned, completing set-up on any job assigned using set-up instructions.
• Can load programs and edit accordingly to match tool placements in the machine.
• Must have a strong understanding of tool usage and be capable of determining correct tool for any application.
• Must be able to troubleshoot tooling problems in case of problems with materials or finishes.
• Must be able to make correct and necessary edits to any program that is being run.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within the company.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation and initiative.

• Must be proficient in skills and knowledge identified in Tier I and II
• Demonstrated advanced blueprint reading skills. Must be able to interpret any blueprint no matter how complicated.
• Must be proficient in CNC machines. This includes running any machine assigned, completing set-up on any job assigned using set-up instructions.
• Can load programs and edit accordingly to match tool placements in the machine.
• Must have a strong understanding of tool usage and be capable of determining correct tool for any application.
• Must be able to troubleshoot tooling problems in case of problems with materials or finishes.
• Must be able to make correct and necessary edits to any program that is being run.