Machinist Technician

Socket.dev; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

EAP

Recognition program

Job summary

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, Knoxville, Tennessee, seeks a Machinist Technician to operate precision machinery and prep castings in a safe, efficient manner. Reading blueprints, performing measurements, and following OMS/process sheets are core duties.

Join a 160-year legacy with a commitment to safety, quality, and career growth. The role requires ability to read orders and gauges, knowledge of G and M codes, and basic math for fractions and decimals.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience with forklift and crane operations is an asset.
• Ability to read work orders and blueprints preferred.
• Experience with measuring tools preferred.
• Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Read blue prints, work orders, ITP’s, rulers, and micrometres.
• Add and subtract whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Knowledge of G and M codes.
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Read and follow production schedule.
• Safely operate jib and overhead crane.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Environmental, Safety and Quality Procedures, Practices and Policies

Skills

Blueprint reading

G & M codes

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Math calculations

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak!

Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we lead the industry in shaping the future of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people, global mobility, and sustainability and innovation.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, a commitment to our customers, and fostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers.

We are looking for a Machinist Technician to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Machinist Technician is responsible to operate machines and other equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the proper cleaning and preparation of castings as stated in the OMS/process sheet; efficiently inspect finished work.

Task and Responsibilities:

• Read blue prints, work orders, ITP’s, rulers, and micrometres.
• Add and subtract whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Knowledge of G and M codes.
• Able to work with little supervision.
• Read and follow production schedule.
• Safely operate jib and overhead crane.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Environmental, Safety and Quality Procedures, Practices and Policies

Job Requirements (e.g. education, experience, skills and desired competencies)

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience in Forklift and Crane operations is an asset.
• Ability to read work orders and blueprints preferred.
• Experience with measuring tools preferred.
• Basic mathematical calculation experience in adding and subtracting whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and pushing, pulling, or lifting objects for the duration of your required schedule shift.
• Use hands and arms to operate tools, handle materials, and reach for the duration of your required scheduled shift.
• Regularly lift and carry 30–35 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Hearing abilities necessary to perform job tasks safely and effectively.

Working Location:

• Knoxville, Tennessee

Benefits:

• A supportive, family oriented Nortrak Blue culture
• We provide an environment where Health and Safety is our #1 priority
• Career development opportunities and competitive pay progression
• Competitive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak (“Nortrak”) is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG www.voestalpine.com one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group which operates in 21 countries across the globe to provide cutting edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits. Our website is https://www.voestalpine.com/nortrak/en/.

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.