Company: Besser Company Department: Manufacturing Location: Sioux City, Iowa Posted: 07/29/2025 JOB SUMMARY: The Machinist/CNC Operator is responsible for set up and operation of all equipment in the Machine Shop including both manual and CNC machines. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Sets up the machine to perform the job by selecting appropriate tooling and inserting on machine using hand tools. 2. Accurately enter time and quantity completed into the business computer system. 3. Positions guides, stops, holding blocks or other fixtures to secure the direct work piece, using hand tools and measuring device. 4. Scribes reference lines on work piece as guide for milling/drilling operations according to blueprints, templates, sample parts, or specifications. 5. Turns controls to set cutting speed, feed rate and table/head angle for specified operation. 6. Turns valves to start flow of coolant against cutting area. 7. Reads blueprint for specifications, such as materials to be used and dimensions and tolerances. 8. Replaces defective tooling using appropriate hand tools. 9. Measures completed work piece to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers. 10. Places work piece in chuck or on table, manually or using hoist, and clamps work piece into position. 11. Sharpens dulled tooling using bench grinder or abrasive wheel. 12. Examines completed work pieces for defects such as chipped edges and marred surfaces, and sorts defective pieces according to defect. 13. Performs other duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Experience: Two years shop experience. 3. Skills: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance. The ability to program CNC machines and knowledge of blueprints, drawings and models. Knowledge of mathematics. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull and carry objects. The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs. Using hands and arms in handling, installing, forming, positioning, and moving materials or in manipulating things such as hand tools and hoist. 4. Requirements: Operator must work in a safe manner and must have a safe work record. Safety must be the first and foremost concern as these machines are capable of great bodily harm. WORK ENVIRONMENT A plant floor environment.
See More Details >>FLSmidth in Sioux City, Iowa is currently hiring for a Lathe Machinist in our Machine Shop. Duties include but are not limited to: Promote a "safety first" culture by active participation at company safety meetings, continuous evaluation of work site for potential hazards or unsafe actions, use Personal Protective Equipment "PPE" appropriate to the work to be performed and report near misses, accidents or injuries (no matter the severity) and identify unsafe equipment/work per company guidelines or procedures Operates non-CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machines and grinders to produce metal parts. Carries out a variety of activities with particular focus on the following tasks Setting up and making adjustments to regulate such factors as temperature, pressure, flow and reactions of materials Calculate where to cut or bore. Machine/shape steel mostly consisting of cast or forged steel. Determine how much material to remove. Select tools and materials for the job. Plan the sequence of cutting and finishing operations. Mark the work piece to show where cuts should be made. Position work piece on the drill press, lathe, or milling machine. Monitor and control feed rate and speed. Ensure work piece is properly lubricated and/or cooled. Regulate temperature of work piece. Detect problems by listening for specific sounds. Check accuracy of work against blueprints and specifications. Operates within general work instructions and is expected to apply considerable judgment to attain the required output of finished product Adhere to company policies, work procedures, guidelines and job site analysis' Attends any required training classes, including but not limited to specialized training and provide opportunities to develop field personnel Perform special assignments and additional tasks as assigned Relationships and Roles: Internal / External Cooperation Directly Reports to the Machine Shop Manager. Able to interact with company employees and maintain strong sense of work related communication Able to interact and cooperate with all company employees in professional manner Actions demonstrate to department desirable personal character, commitment, organizational, work habits and skills Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 10 Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Safety Equipment Allowance, and much more. FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and minerals industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers FLSmidth is a full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining and minerals industries. We help our customers to improve performance, lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact. With our MissionZero programme, we have set a target of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining and zero-emissions cement production by 2030, supporting a green transition built upon sustainable materials. Our operations span the globe and we are more than 9,000 employees, present in more than 60 countries. In 2023, FLSmidth generated revenue of DKK 24.1 billion.
See More Details >>Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • This list is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary from time to time. • Change over equipment for various sizes of containers to be run. • Keep weight sheets and other recordkeeping as required by production and/or quality control. • Clean up machines and work area after the production run. • Perform quality control duties as required. • Make minor adjustments to machinery as needed. • Relieve other operators during breaks as needed and have knowledge of all facets of each production line. • Perform housekeeping projects such as paint, mop, dust, polish stainless steel and general cleaning in the plant as needed. • Any other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager and/or Assistant Plant Manager. Minimum Qualifications: • Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Must have a good work ethic. • Must have a history of an excellent attendance record. • Must be able to read, write legibly, and speak English. • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions. • Must be able to communicate and work well with others. • Must be self-motivated. Physical Requirements: • Required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. • Ability to sit for long periods of time. • Ability to lift up to 50 LBS. • Close vision abilities are required.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Sioux City, IA, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These apprenticeships last about four to five years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Sioux City, IA, machinists can expect to earn an average of $1,760 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Technical colleges, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
