Precision Machinist I: CNC, Setup & Tight-Tolerance Work

API Delevan, Inc.; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Insurance

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

AD&D Insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Regal Rexnord is seeking a Machinist I to produce precision components using CNC and manual machining equipment on an onsite basis. You will set up machines, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances while collaborating with engineering, quality, and operations teams.

You will program and operate CNC lathes and milling machines, select tooling, perform first-piece inspections, and maintain equipment and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Machine Technology or related field or equivalent experience (at least 5 years relevant experience).
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications.
• Strong mathematical skills (geometry, tolerances, measurements).
• Ability to maintain high precision and tight tolerances.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, collaboration, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CNC lathes and milling machines to perform precision machining operations.
• Set up machines, fixtures, and tooling to ensure accurate part production.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and engineering specifications to determine machining methods.
• Select and recommend appropriate tooling, feeds, and speeds for machining operations.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure tolerance and quality requirements are met.
• Maintain tight tolerances and dimensional accuracy across complex machining operations.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and identify defective materials or abnormal conditions.
• Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure product quality.
• Design or modify fixtures and tooling to support production and special engineering needs.
• Maintain equipment, work area cleanliness, and adherence to all safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC programming

Quality inspections

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Team collaboration

Mathematics

Education

Associate degree in Machine Technology

5+ years relevant experience

Tools

CNC lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Regal Rexnord is seeking a Machinist I to produce precision components using CNC and manual machining equipment on an onsite basis. You will set up machines, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances while collaborating with engineering, quality, and operations teams.

You will program and operate CNC lathes and milling machines, select tooling, perform first-piece inspections, and maintain equipment and safety standards in a fast-paced production environment.