Machinist I - 2nd Shift

About Accelevation

We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.

About the role

Operate the Voortman V808 CNC machine safely and efficiently. Load, position, and secure structural steel beams and other material for processing.

Responsibilities

• Review CNC programs, work orders, shop drawings, and production specifications.
• Verify material size, grade, length, and processing requirements before starting production.
• Set up the machine and verify the use of correct consumables and other required equipment.
• Monitor machine operation and make adjustments as needed to maintain production and quality.
• Inspect processed material for proper holes, cuts, dimensions, markings, and overall quality.
• Identify machine malfunctions, consumable wear, and production problems and notify supervision when necessary.
• Replace consumable tooling as required.
• Perform routine machine cleaning, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as authorized.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Keep the machine and surrounding work area clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Communicate production status, machine issues, material concerns, and unfinished work to supervision.
• Meet established production schedules, quality standards, and efficiency goals.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating CNC structural steel processing equipment preferred.
• Experience operating a Voortman V808 or similar CNC machine is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and understand shop drawings, measurements, CNC programs, and production instructions.
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, and other inspection equipment.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts, or willingness to obtain required certification.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Machine-operation experience preferred.
• Ability to work second shift and overtime when required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• First time homebuyer program

Core Competencies

• Safety: Proactively fosters a culture of safety in our work environment.
• Inclusion: Appreciates and respects individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and cultures.
• Speed: Operates with a sense of urgency, recognizing the competitive advantage of being swift and responsive.
• Innovation: Consistently seeks opportunities to simplify processes and continuously improve.
• Judgement: Ability to exercise discretion and lead initiatives autonomously.
• Accountability: Ability to hold self and others to the highest of standards.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely use required PPE.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks while maintaining attention to detail.

Key Skills

• Voortman V808 CNC Machine Operation
• Structural Steel Processing
• Machine Setup
• CNC Programs
• Shop Drawing Reading
• Quality Inspection
• Measuring Tools
• Troubleshooting
• Tooling/Blade Changes
• Overhead Crane Operation
• Safety Compliance