JOB SUMMARY The Lathe Machinist will perform a variety of finish machining practices involved with turning, boring, drilling and threading while maintaining close tolerances on a wide variety of components from various industries. The ideal candidate needs to be fluent with Fanuc Controls. The candidate must be able to read and interpret drawings, work instructions, read and understand programs, all to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements. Must have basic hand & measuring tools, indicators, etc. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays, as required. • Ability and willingness to work in an environment of constant pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, bending and other physical activities. • Ability and willingness to be in the shop environment a minimum of 8 hours per day, primarily standing and sitting, as required. • Ability and willingness to work around and use large propane / acetylene torches. • Ability to operate small lifts, pallet jacks and other lifting equipment (training will be provided on our specific equipment, but basic skills are required beforehand). • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. • Basic verbal and written communication skills. • Patience, attention to detail, and willingness to learn. • Basic computer and math skills. • Ability to work within a team. • Must be able to read and understand Blueprints and G-Code • Must be familiar with basic machining practices involved in turning, milling, drilling, threading operations. • Must be competent reading drawings and following instructions necessary to produce usable and saleable parts. • Must be able to hold tolerances as dictated by drawings, written instructions, or industry standards. • Must be proficient with the use of, the care of, and the calibration of all types of measuring devices (i.e., micrometers [OD and ID], dial calipers, dial indicators, etc.). • Must possess and provide basic tools required for the execution of the position of manual machinist. • Maintain a safe working environment and a commitment to safety excellence. • Responsible for understanding and complying with the safety policy, procedures, and instructions. • Maintaining a clean and organized work area • Must be able to read and understand Blueprints and G-Code • Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues. • Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion. The above list of activities is not all-inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of the Manual/CNC Machinist. This above list is subject to change based on the needs of the company. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Education: • Highschool Diploma or GED from an accredited school or institution. • Associates Degree – Machine Trade preferred but not required. Knowledge and/or Skill Requirements: • Basic machining practices. OTHER INFORMATION The position will be based full time in our Bethlehem, PA facility. • Evening and weekends depending on company needs. • Position will have a 60-day probation period. At the end of the probation period, the machinist will be reviewed to determine competency of work performance and compliance with established company safety directives. • Position will be compensated on an hourly basis, with bi-weekly pay periods. • Able to understand, read, write, and speak English proficiently in order to communicate with shop supervision and safety directives. • Legal to work in the United States. • Able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, physical performance evaluation and background check. Physical Requirements: • While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be required to stand and walk for significant portions of the shift. • Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs., walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance. • Must be able to use hands for assembly and tool usage. • Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles. WHAT WE OFFER • Competitive Pay • Paid Time Off • Medical / Dental / Vision • 401k • Employee Incentive Programs • Employee Reimbursement Programs Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
See More Details >>We are seeking a CNC Machinist at our Bethlehem, PA facility. JOB SUMMARY CNC Machinist position performs a variety of basic machining practices involved in turning, milling, drilling, and threading operations on turbomachinery components and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Operate and monitor CNC machine to ensure proper functionality. • Perform routine in-process inspections and document results in accordance with established quality control procedures. • Perform daily housekeeping and machine maintenance tasks to ensure safe/effective machine operation. • Adjust machine as needed for changeovers, different functions, or other varying needs of production. • Perform all other duties/tasks as assigned by CNC Shift Lead and/or Supervisor JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: High School Diploma, GED from an accredited school or institution or equivalent years experience. Knowledge requirements: The requirements below are the minimum requirements an employee needs to fulfill this position. They are representative of the knowledge, skills and ability required for the position. • CNC operator, minimum 3 years of experience • Manual machines and band saws • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers. • Utilize hand tools and have basic mechanical abilities. • Ability to read blueprints and drawings. • Problem solving skills. • Strong hand-eye coordination • Must have positive attitude and ability to multi-task, working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. • Understand safe machine practice Other Information: Special Information (Travel required, physical requirements, background checks, valid license, on-call schedules, weekend rotations, lifting to 75 lbs.) • The position will be based full time in our Bethlehem, PA facility. • Evening and weekends depending on company needs. • Able to understand, read, write, and speak English proficiently. • Legal to work in the United States • Able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, physical and background check. Physical Requirements • While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be required to stand and walk for significant portions of the shift. • Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 75 lbs., walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance. • Must be able to use hands for assembly and tool usage. • This position requires repetitive motion ability. • Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel. Work Environment While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles.
See More Details >>Description: First shift is 6:00am - 2:30pm at our Bethlehem manufacturing facility. Company Overview ABEC is a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. ABEC's unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximize productivity. ABEC's products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilization systems. Benefits include: • DAY 1 Benefits - Medical, Dental and Vision insurance • 3 Weeks Paid Vacation & 10 Paid Holidays • Company paid life insurance • Industry leading 401K plan (40% match!) • Climate controlled facilities • Company provided uniform shirts and PPE • Steel toe boot vouchers • College tuition benefit program • Employee Referral Program Position Summary: The Machinist will be responsible for setting up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. Responsibilities: • Reads and understands setup sheet, specifications and drawings to determine setup procedures, machining sequence and dimensions of finished work piece. • Attaches fixtures to machine and position and secures work piece in fixture according to setup instructions. • Selects and installs proper cutting tools. • Loads programs in machine control unit or enters commands to retrieve machine instructions from database. • Manipulates controls and enters commands to index cutting tool to specified set point and to start machine. • Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools. • Changes cutting tools and location of work piece during machining process as specified in instructions. • Measures and inspects first work piece for conformance to specifications and quality standards. • Machine high tolerance components to drawing specifications using primarily lathe and milling machines. • Fabricate specialty parts. • Recommend improvements. • Conduct operations in a safe manner. • Maintains machines. • Follow all safety rules and policies. • Execute other tasks as assigned. • Ability to travel when required. • Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity. Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • 2 years post graduate in Machine Shop Environment. • 2 years’ experience in Mechanical Field. • Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. / 23 kilograms. • Typical work is in a manufacturing environment or customer’s site. • Required to stand for long periods of time and may involve heavy manual labor. • You will need to be able to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, reach, lift, push, pull, and carry items. • Exposure to loud noises. • Ability to wear personal protective equipment. • Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus. • Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Bethlehem, PA, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, require extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a significant number in Pennsylvania, and the field is expected to see steady demand due to the need to replace retiring workers. Apprentices in Bethlehem earn an average of $600 per week, with the potential to advance to roles earning over $50,000 annually. Technical colleges, vocational schools, and industry associations offer pathways to these apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and a stable job market.
