Machinist - 1st Shift Turning

Work Model

This is a fully onsite role, performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Responsibilities

• Perform diversified semi‑skilled machining operations (setup, adjust and operate a wide variety of machining equipment) to generate close‑tolerance parts held to strict inspection requirements and print specifications.
• Read and interpret fairly complicated drawings, charts, instructions, and diagrams.
• Provide instruction and training to new and experienced employees to develop skills and produce production parts to specifications.
• Set up, adjust, and operate a wide variety of machining equipment and parts to close tolerance; make exacting setups, select feeds, speeds, operational sequence, calculate ratios, and manually program machining instructions.
• Load/unload parts, cycle machines, and run designated quantities for production runs.
• Maintain close proximity to work area to detect/diagnose malfunctions (e.g., worn or damaged tools) and determine need for adjustment or repair.
• Recognize defective workmanship, correct and report issues to department lead.
• Perform inspection of machined products, including documentation of results.
• Communicate with co‑workers regarding production runs.
• Create and generate complex procedures for production processes for specific parts and issues.
• Test new tools and methods.
• Maintain condition of the cell, machines, tooling, and fixtures.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing engineering departments to streamline production processes.
• Utilize Continuous Improvement tools to identify, reduce, eliminate waste and lower costs.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures and keep work area and equipment clean and orderly (5S standard).
• Work safely and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• When limited or no work is available, provide assistance to other departments based on workloads and customer needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Some short‑term trades training and a minimum of one year prior machining experience.
• Capability to learn to run PC accurately.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions, read/write English, and interpret complex documents such as specifications, route sheets, blueprints, charts, test information, and bills of material.
• Ability to plan and perform a sequence of operations, make decisions regarding quality, tolerances, operation, and set‑up.
• Proficiency with power and hand tools, gauges, testing devices, and small machines to assemble components to specifications and test.
• Thorough knowledge of feeds, speeds, materials, and work‑holding devices (fixtures, arbors, jaws, etc.) and a solid understanding of production processes.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, ratios).
• Basic understanding of machinery and its capabilities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and accurately record daily production.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to instruct, direct, and train others.

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 40 lb.
• Occasional bending and lifting at the knees; frequent twisting at waist and shoulder levels.
• Continuous standing.
• Frequent reaching forward.
• Sustained physical effort.
• Wear safety glasses with side shields, steel‑toed safety shoes, and other required PPE at all times.
• Repetitive work requiring continuous mental/visual attention.
• Visual acuity to read directions, prints, and inspect parts closely.
• Manual dexterity sufficient for assembly work.

Working Conditions

Typical manufacturing setting with movable mechanical parts and equipment. Temperature varies (no air‑conditioning, warmer in summer, cooler in winter). Exposure to dust and noise within required limits, with higher vibration due to volume of parts and elevated dust levels.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Paid leaves
• Tuition assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates worldwide, providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit, and control motion. Its portfolio includes electric motors, air‑moving subsystems, power‑transmission components, and automation offerings such as controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors. The company serves markets including factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data centers, warehousing, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord operates through three segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control, with offices, manufacturing, sales, and service facilities worldwide. More information is available at RegalRexnord.com.