Entering the machining trade in Loveland, CO, typically begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships last about four to five years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840, and projects little or no change in employment from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Loveland earn an average of $1,040 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $42,147 annually. Technical colleges, unions, and training programs help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and opportunities for advancement in this essential manufacturing field.
Intellivation is seeking a top-notch individual with strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience to join our machining department. Intellivation is a locally owned and operated company with a fast-growing team that designs and builds innovative machinery used in the manufacturing of high-tech products for industries including electronics, solar, medical devices, defense, and more. We deliver high quality systems and solutions for our customers with our dedicated and creative team. Our machines are complex and are comprised of multiple mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems. We are vertically integrated with all engineering, machining, welding, assembly, and testing operations performed on site. We have a dedicated internal machine shop which supports our systems manufacturing. The ideal candidates will be a graduate from a machining technology program with at least 2 years of machining experience. We are looking for reliable, and detail-oriented individuals that are willing to support our mission for excellence. Would you like to be part of a team where you can make a difference every day and support our building highly complex machines? If so, this is the job for you. Schedule We are hiring for our morning and afternoon shift, from 5:30 AM - 2 PM and 11AM - 7:30 PM. Monday thru Friday, with occasional Saturdays. Typical Tasks • Setup and operate Haas 3 axis CNC mills and Haas CNC lathes with live tooling and Y axis. • Adjust Feeds, Speeds, and offsets to ensure accuracy and quality of machined parts. • Setup and operate manual Mills and Lathes. • Precision machining of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, carbon steel, ceramics, plastics, and other materials, per prints. • Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T). • Inspection of completed parts. • Maintaining a clean work environment. Requirements • Smart, creative and innovative. • Independent worker, able to work without supervision • Willingness to deliver precision and quality work • Can-do, team-based attitude • Attentive, and detail oriented. • Can-do, team-based attitude. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Lift 50-80lbs. • 2 years of experience preferred. • Background Checks required. Position Details • Availability is immediate. • This is a full-time hourly position. • Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance; retirement plan with company match; paid time off; paid holidays. • Job location is N. Loveland / S. Fort Collins, CO. • Can-do, team-based attitude. • Attentive, and detail oriented. • Can-do, team-based attitude. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Lift 50-80lbs. Position Details • Availability is immediate. • This is a full-time hourly position. • Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance; retirement plan with company match; paid time off; paid holidays.
See More Details >>About James Fisher Technologies: We offer a unique opportunity to work with our team in a machine shop environment. Our goal is to recruit and retain the finest staff in an environment that values initiative, persistence, respect, curiosity, and passion. Job Description: The Machine Shop Technician will be responsible for supporting all aspects of running a machine shop, including the operation of both manual and CNC machines, programming, and assisting with estimating work. This role requires adherence to strict safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Responsibilities: • Performs day-to-day operational and support activities of the shop, ensuring that work production meets established objectives, specifications, and standards. • Examines blueprints, diagrams, and builds models to clarify project details and designs. • Collaborates with engineers and other personnel to discuss product information and coordinate projects. • Develops and maintains knowledge of CAM software and programming languages. • Supports training and development of junior technicians. Requirements & Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a machine shop environment. • Experience operating standard and specialized equipment, i.e., engine lathe, horizontal or vertical milling machines, band saw, drill press, and measuring tools. • Well-versed in geometric dimensions and tolerances. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Benefits: James Fisher Technologies offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
See More Details >>About Us: James Fisher Technologies (JFT) is a reputable provider of remote solutions, specialty engineering, and technical services for applications within hazardous environments. In other words, we get things done for the nuclear industry. Our goal is to recruit and retain the finest staff. Everyone at JFT has the chance to forge their own career in an environment that values initiative, persistence, respect, curiosity, and passion. We are looking for a 2nd shift Machinist to join our team in Loveland, CO. The anticipated closing date of this posting is 5/31/25 and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Job Function: The Machinist supports all aspects of running a machine shop and is responsible for the operation of both manual and CNC machines, programming, and assisting with estimating work. Core Duties and Responsibilities: • Performs day-to-day operational and support activities of the shop, ensuring that work production meets established objectives, specifications, and standards, and that all applicable operating policies and procedures are adhered to. • Creates programs for machining of prototype and production parts and produces custom tooling and fixture design as needed for complex prototypes. • Operates standard and specialized equipment, i.e. engine lathe, horizontal or vertical milling machines, band saw, drill press, and measuring tools. • Consults with engineers and other personnel regarding product information such as design, capacity and purpose, and types of materials to be used for fabrication. • Performs in-process inspection (dimensional, hardness, surface finish, etc.) and interpretates and adjusts machine tool offsets (wear, temperature fluctuations, etc.). • Troubleshoots and optimizes existing programs. • Digital upload/download through network computer & machine interface(s). • Analyzes written specifications, drawings, rough sketches, and oral instructions to plan layout and determine sequence of operations. • Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, machining parameters, and interprets geometric dimensions and tolerances. Qualifications & Experience: • Minimum of 5 years of experience working in machine shop environment. • Experience calculating feeds and speeds based on cutter type, cutter geometry, and parent material type. • Well versed in CAM software with CNC mill and lathe experience. • 5 Axis milling experience and G-Code/M-Code programming is a plus. • This position may require the incumbent to work with export-controlled items. Physical Requirements: Strength and Stamina: The job may involve lifting and moving parts or materials, typically up to 50lbs. The ability to stand for long periods (8+ hours) is required. Manual Dexterity: Precise hand movements are necessary for handling tools, making adjustments to machines and operating a computer. Visual Acuity: Good eyesight, including close vision and depth perception, is important for detailed work and inspecting finished parts. Mobility: Frequent bending, stooping, and crouching is required, along with the ability to maneuver around machinery and equipment. Coordination: The role requires good hand-eye coordination to operate machines safely and effectively. Communication: Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with team members, customers and vendors. Typical Working Conditions: Machine and fabrication shop environment around equipment such as water jet tables, lathes, milling machines and press brakes. Welding operations are often taking place nearby. This job requires adherence to strict safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). The anticipated working hours for 2nd shift are 3pm-12:30am, M-F. JFT has implemented a 9/80 work schedule, and the office is closed every other Friday. James Fisher Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JFT participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. JFT will not sponsor employment visas at this time. A criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.
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