Manual Machinist - 2nd Shift

Ipsen USA; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package starting Day One

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

2nd Shift – 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

Job summary

A machinery manufacturing company is seeking a Manual Machinist for the 2nd shift in Souderton, PA. In this entry-level role, you will coordinate activities to effectively lay out work and set up machines to meet customer requirements. The position offers a full benefits package starting immediately, tuition reimbursement, and additional shift differential pay. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and a technical certificate, along with the ability to read and interpret instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-year certificate from a technical school or related experience preferred.
• Ability to read and analyze all forms of instructions.
• Knowledge of basic geometry concepts.
• Effectively able to present information and respond to questions from managers, supervisors, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, angles, and volume.
• Knowledge of basic concepts of geometry.
• Ability to apply a common-sense approach and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities to meet fabrication and assembly requirements.
• Machine experimental configurations per specifications.
• Assist others as required to complete tasks.
• Works with minimal supervision to accurately accomplish any given task.
• Assists others as required.

Skills

Machining experimental configurations

Working knowledge of vertical milling machines

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Basic concepts of geometry

Education

High School Diploma

2-year technical certificate

Tools

CNC machines

Vertical band saw

Job description

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Description: Ipsen is a Drug Free Workplace.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Day‑One Benefits – Enjoy our full benefits package starting your very first day—no waiting period required.
• 401(k) with Company Match – We invest in your future with a generous 401(k) plan and company contributions to grow your savings faster.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge and take the time you need with our competitive vacation package, paid holidays, and PTO.
• Tuition Reimbursement – We support your growth. Advance your education and career with our tuition assistance program.
• Shift Differential – You’ll earn an additional 10% on top of your regular hourly wage for eligible shifts.
• 2nd Shift – 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM.

Position Overview

Coordinates all activities required to effectively lay out work, set‑up appropriate machines or equipment to meet or exceed fabrication, assembly, and customer requirements per design specifications and published schedules. Efficiently utilizes resources to minimize scrap, materials, and labor.

Responsibilities

• Capable of machining experimental configurations per specifications supplied by management in a timely fashion.
• Working knowledge and/or training/education of vertical milling machines (manual & CNC), engine lathes, and vertical band saw.
• Works with management to provide data on blueprint, bill of material, set‑up sheet, or routing errors related to design issues to facilitate engineering updates.
• Works with minimal supervision to accurately accomplish any given task.
• Assists others as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2‑year certificate from a technical school or an accredited journeyman program; preferred 1‑year related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and comprehend all forms of written and/or verbal instructions.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Effectively able to present information and respond to questions from managers, supervisors, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, angles, and volume.
• Knowledge of basic concepts of geometry.
• Ability to apply a common‑sense approach and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles may require respiratory protection. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require hearing protection.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing