Machinist - Weekend Day Shift - Algona

Precision Castparts Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

PTO 120 hours

Paid holidays

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Machinist to operate and set up CNC mills and other machines, ensuring safety and quality standards while meeting productivity targets.

The role requires strong reading of M&G codes, setup proficiency, and attention to detail. Weekend shift runs Friday–Sunday, 4:30am–5:00pm, with 36 hours paid as 40. The company offers bonus potential, PTO, holidays, insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related experience in heavy manufacturing.
• Proficient reading of M and G code.
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read shop production blueprints.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and directions.
• Experience with machine set-up and operating multiple machines.

Responsibilities

• Understand, adhere, and demonstrate the company’s commitment to safety and quality.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance according to shift times or a pre-arranged work schedule.
• With minimal or no supervision, run multiple types of machines.
• With minimal or no supervision, complete complex setups and production for machine cells and standalone CNC mills.
• Advanced proficiency with multiple machine and control types.
• Load and adjust CNC programs and offsets.
• Use more advanced quality inspection tools and techniques such as height and air gauges and bench inspection.
• Apply advanced blueprint and GD&T reading to production inspection processes.
• With minimal or no supervision, edit programs and write simple programs to make tooling.
• Verify program is stable and part is within tolerance for run.
• Verify all set-up documentation is correct and adequate for part run.
• Complete MIP sheet for first part.
• Ensure correct work orders, programs, and documents are being used for current operation.
• During times when not assigned a set-up or performing production or as assigned by supervisor; spot check parts and deburr finished product.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Clean the machine at the end of each shift; organize all parts and tools for the job for the next shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

M&G code reading

Precision instruments

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Setup proficiency

Quality control

Job description

The Machinist Position operates assigned resources of machining tools and equipment ensuring safety of operations, compliance with quality control standards with productivity targets. The Machinist position continually trouble‑shoots and problem‑solves production processes to ensure product meets or exceeds all manufacturing set‑up and cycle times.

Shift

Weekend Days: Friday–Sunday, 4:30am–5:00pm. Work 36 hours, get paid for 40!

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand, adhere, and demonstrate the company’s commitment to safety and quality
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance according to shift times or a pre‑arranged work schedule
• With minimal or no supervision, run multiple types of machines
• With minimal or no supervision, complete complex setups and production for machine cells and standalone CNC mills
• Advanced proficiency with multiple machine and control types
• Load and adjust CNC programs and offsets
• Use more advanced quality inspection tools and techniques such as height and air gauges and bench inspection
• Apply advanced blueprint and GD&T reading to production inspection processes
• With minimal or no supervision, edit programs and write simple programs to make tooling
• Verify program is stable and part is within tolerance for run
• Verify all set‑up documentation is correct and adequate for part run
• Complete MIP sheet for first part
• Ensure correct work orders, programs, and documents are being used for current operation
• During times when not assigned a set‑up or performing production or as assigned by supervisor; spot check parts and deburr finished product
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Clean the machine at the end of each shift; organize all parts and tools for the job for the next shift
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience; experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to meet expectations for required competencies including: 1) safety, health, and environmental awareness, 2) business ethics and compliance, 3) technical/professional competence and quality/time management, 4) interpersonal relations and communication skills, 5) initiative, flexibility, innovation, and adaptability, 6) continuous improvement and problem solving, and 7) planning and organizing
• Proficient at reading and understanding M and G code
• Ability to read precision measuring instruments
• Ability to read shop production blueprints
• Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow directions during production and follow all safety protocols
• Advanced understanding of machine set‑up
• Machine shop experience and/or on the job training
• Self‑motivated with an ability to work alone or in a team environment
• Ability to work across departments to meet product quality standards efficiently
• Ability to follow instructions given by the operations manager, lead, or senior machinist and carry them out correctly
• Ability to interpret instructions given and apply experience and training throughout the course of the day for each production job assigned
• Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions and write simple correspondence
• Ability to read and interpret the English language
• Willingness to learn and, as required, help and/or train others

Physical Activities Required to Perform Responsibilities

• Ability to: stand continually, walk regularly, sit continually, hear/listen carefully regularly, climb and/or balance infrequently , stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl occasionally, twist occasionally at the trunk or neck, bend occasionally, reach with hands and arms regularly, taste and/ use sense of smell infrequently, use hands to manipulate, handle and/or feel in the act of performing the required responsibilities of the position.
• Must be able to: lift and carry up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Visual acuity needed for close detail work, clarity with distance, distinction with color, peripheral observation up and down/left and right, depth perception for distance and spatial relationships, sharp focus of objects brought into line of sight.
• Mental dexterity needed to work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $26.50 to $53 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.