Machinist, 1st Shift

Job Summary/Overview

This Position sets up and operates machinery to create customized parts within tolerance of prints.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Reviews and organizes work orders and pulls set up instructions and blueprints from Epicor if applicable.
• Sets up appropriate programs to run the Fryer VB10002 based on work orders and blueprints.
• May edit the programs and set up instructions.
• Proficient at setting up and running at least 2 machines in the department.
• Performs changeovers as needed, which often has manual aspects and requires attention to detail.
• Deburrs finished parts using deburring wheel or other hand tools if necessary.
• Performs quality checks and measures finished parts using hand measurement tools to determine if they are within tolerance.
• Makes appropriate offsets and edits to the program when parts are not within tolerance.
• Scans parts into Epicor, logs date and other details of the job.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance on machines.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment and performs 5S tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, And Abilities

• A team player with excellent communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and solid blueprint reading skills.
• Ability to think abstractly to deal with ambiguous/undefined problems.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust priorities to reflect changing needs or job demands.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years experience operating CNC preferred.
• Or combination of education and experience
• Navigate through CNC controls.
• Reading and editing G Code
• Ability to lift/push/pull 40 lbs safely.

About Dorner Manufacturing

Dorner Manufacturing, a Columbus McKinnon Organization, is growing, and we’re looking for people who want more than just a job—they want a workplace where they can thrive. Enjoy a culture that prioritizes your work-life balance, leaders who communicate openly, and a company committed to continuous growth and innovation. Discover a career where you can make a difference and still make time for what matters most, apply now!

About Columbus McKinnon

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems. We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how. Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!