Precision CNC Machinist - Multi-Axis & Lean Excellence

Red Valve; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Health and Wellness Incentives

Employee Engagement Activities

Job summary

Red Valve is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate CNC machining centers, read job specifications, and produce sub-assemblies or finished parts to production specs, schedules, and quality targets. You will follow established safety, environmental practices and use ERP systems to track production.

Applicants should have 1–5 years of CNC Lathe experience, be able to interpret blueprints and tolerances, and possess experience with precision measuring equipment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years CNC experience, Lathe experience required.
• Experience running Lathe equipment and setup.
• Experience with blueprints and tolerances.
• Experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Horizontal machining center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read job specifications from build sheets/blueprints to determine exact materials and tooling.
• Set up and operate multi-axis machining centers.
• Responsible for tool identification and assessment for applicable job requests.
• Understand G Code programming to make edits as needed.
• Manufacture parts to meet production and quality requirements.
• Ensure that all equipment and tools are maintained in working order.
• Track production via daily management and ERP system.
• Notify supervisor of any mechanical or material issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Responsible for maintaining high quality standards.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement/lean initiatives.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and inspections.
• Maintain work cell through 5S and housekeeping.
• May need to operate a forklift.
• Assist with training and mentoring newer machinists.
• Participates in special projects as required.

Skills

CNC Lathe

Machine setup

Blueprints & tolerances

Precision measuring

Industrial environment

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Red Valve is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate CNC machining centers, read job specifications, and produce sub-assemblies or finished parts to production specs, schedules, and quality targets. You will follow established safety, environmental practices and use ERP systems to track production.

Applicants should have 1–5 years of CNC Lathe experience, be able to interpret blueprints and tolerances, and possess experience with precision measuring equipment.