Machinist II

About the Role

The Machinist II will perform set-up and operate equipment such as mills, lathes, and mill/lathe combos to machine, cut, tap, and alter bar stock according to specifications. This role involves following blueprints, rough sketches, or engineer drawings to machine metal accurately, using hand and power tools to smooth and finish edges or complete parts.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a Machinist I and mentor lower-level machine operators.
• Set up and operate 3-5 axis CNC machining equipment, maintaining an 80% to 90% efficiency rate daily.
• Operate 2 machines simultaneously.
• Make minor offset corrections to tooling or machines as needed.
• Inspect work to ensure it meets job specifications; detect machine issues by sight, sound, and visual defects on completed parts.
• Communicate with Senior or Lead if issues are found.
• Read and interpret travelers, blueprints, and other work instruction documents, including the Shop Floor Control System.
• Use required measuring instruments and gauges to verify parts meet dimensional requirements.
• Comply with all quality standards and safety rules and regulations.
• Additional duties as required to meet business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years of related experience.
• 2 years of experience in a solid metal fabrication/machining environment.
• Strong math skills, proficiency in troubleshooting, and basic computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to operate 3-axis CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret work instruction documents.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Strong ability to learn new processes and techniques.
• Basic knowledge of tooling used on machines and basic knowledge of G & M code.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a formal machining training program.

Benefits

• Market-competitive pay.
• Extensive paid time off and 9 added holidays.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Long/short-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Maternity and paternal leave.
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts (e.g., pet insurance).
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs.
• Opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career growth.

Pay

Pay range for this opportunity is $26.56/hr - $27/hr. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than the range listed. Pay rates are based on factors including local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, and foreign language fluency.