Spherion State College is working with a client in their search to fill a 2nd Shift, CNC Machinist position in State College, PA. The pay rate is $22.00 HOURLY. This is a Temp to Hire opportunity. CNC Machinist (Computer Numeric Controlled Machinist) State College, PA 16801 US Job Type: FULL TIME Hours / Week: 40 Work Schedule: 2nd Shift Pay Rate: $22.00 USD HOURLY ✓ Health Insurance ✓ Dental Insurance ✓ Vision Insurance ✓ Life Insurance Job Description: Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. 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, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. CNC Machinist will work closely with production to maintain quality and production levels. CNC experience is necessary for this position. Most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. Responsibilities: • Create and modify product fixtures and tools using machine equipment and techniques acquired by experience • Set-up and operate CNC vertical machining centers (VMC) • Edit CNC programs as needed • Machine and modify prototype parts and fixtures and engineering tooling as directed • Perform basic maintenance on CNC, VMC, HMC, • Turning Center and manual machines • Study drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of a finished piece, sequence of operations and set-up requirements Education: High School Experience: 36 months • Machinist, Maintenance Machinist, Tool Room Machinist, CNC Machinist, Gear Machinist, Machine Repair Person, Manual Lathe Machinist, Production Machinist Industry: Manufacturing Classification: 51-4041.00 Post ID: STC-209778_1-20637708 Post Date: 2025-10-31 Post Expires: 2025-11-14 key responsibilities Create and modify product fixtures and tools using machine equipment and techniques acquired by experience, Set-up and operate CNC vertical machining centers (VMC), Edit CNC programs as needed, Machine and modify prototype parts and fixtures and engineering tooling as directed, Perform basic maintenance on CNC, VMC, HMC,, Turning Center and manual machines, Study drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of a finished piece, sequence of operations and set-up requirements experience 3 years - Machinist, Maintenance Machinist, Tool Room Machinist, CNC Machinist, Gear Machinist, M... education High School
See More Details >>Operates machine tools, such as lathes and milling machines, to cut and produce precision parts for machines, instruments, and tools. Machinists repair or produce parts using both manual and automated equipment with precise measurements. Another key job duty of the Machinist is to document procedures, processes, and to update and/or create drawings. This position reports to our Production Manager; the successful candidate will train with our manufacturing staff, which has over 80 years of collective experience in ultrasound transducer manufacturing. About The Ultran Group, Inc. Founded in 1977 as Ultran Laboratories, our goal is simply to advance ultrasound technology for practical purposes. Innovation is at the heart of what we do every day by pushing the envelope on product performance while applying core developments for useful customer applications. Description THE OPPORTUNITY: MACHINIST, Full Time If you want to kick-start your career in an entrepreneurial environment that continues to re-invent itself in all the right ways...move this job to the top of your list and apply today! For nearly 50 years, The Ultran Group has been providing unique non-contact (air-coupled) ultrasound, low-frequency, and ultra-broadband transducers (probes), systems and services for advanced materials testing across a broad spectrum of companies in the United States and around the world. The Ultran Group is in the process of receiving ISO 9001 certifications. Due to continued growth, we have added a new Machinist position at our headquarters office in State College, PA. The Ultran Group is intrigued by, and inspired to hire, a skilled Machinist with a core “can do” attitude, a vision of “what can be, instead of what has been” and who wants to build on a history of hard work, ethics and pursuit of excellence in every aspect of their daily work. If that describes you, keep reading! SUMMARY: Operates machine tools, such as lathes and milling machines, to cut and produce precision parts for machines, instruments, and tools. Machinists repair or produce parts using both manual and automated equipment with precise measurements. Another key job duty of the Machinist is to document procedures, processes, and to update and/or create drawings. This position reports to our Production Manager; the successful candidate will train with our manufacturing staff, which has over 80 years of collective experience in ultrasound transducer manufacturing. REQUIREMENTS: • Operates and maintains lathe and milling machines. • Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production. • Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output • Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping. • Selects appropriate machine and settings for a given task. • Plans proper sequence of tasks to complete the assignment. • Monitors production, adjusting feed and other settings as necessary. • Maintains inventory of completed products. • Checks output for quality assurance and documents or discards defects. • Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs. • Maintains a safe and clean workstation. • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed. • Ability to follow instructions and document procedures, processes, and update and/or create applicable drawings. • Excellent coordination and mechanical skills. • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety. • Proficient written and verbal communication skills. • Proficient with math skills. • Possess basic computer skills. • CAD and/or drafting skills preferred. • High school diploma (or working towards high school diploma), or equivalent. • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • High attention to detail. • Must complete work assignments in a timely, accurate and thorough manner, according to prescribed best practices and industry standards. • Punctual and reliable attendance during regular business hours. • If hired, must adhere to all company policies and procedures, safety requirements, and other prescribed best practices/industry standards. • Based on job duties, background checks (criminal, employment/reference) may be performed; results must be satisfactory to the company. • 2-5+ years of relevant experience preferred. • Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The incumbent typically works in a manufacturing/production environment and uses a computer, lathes, milling machines, and other production and office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a light manufacturing facility. • Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday. • The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle, or feel,and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 50 pounds. BENEFITS: • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • Short- and Long-Term Disability • Life insurance (Company paid and Voluntary) • Employee Assistance Program • Aflac • 14 paid company holidays • Vacation and sick time • SIMPLE IRA with 3% projected company match • Opportunities for advancement TO APPLY: Apply directly via our jobs site. Check us out at http://www.ultrangroup.com/ If you are in growth-mode and you are seeking the next big challenge to advance your career, we hope to hear from you! Tell us why you are interested in this position and your desired salary in your cover letter. Include your resume, answer a few questions, then click submit. • This position will remain open until filled. • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This company does not sponsor applicants for work visas. • Local applicants or those who can report to work on a punctual basis in State College, PA during normal work hours and as needed to meet business requirements are encouraged to apply; there is no relocation allowance. EOE/Minorities/Women/Vet/Disability. The Ultran Group reserves the right to alter, change, modify and/or terminate this job posting at any time without advance notice, or obligation, to any party. No staffing agencies, please.
See More Details >>At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first! JOB SUMMARY: The Machinist will set-up and operate all types of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, CNC, grinders, saws and lappers to be used to machine metal, plastic or other pieces to specifications, tooling instructions or standard charts by applying knowledge of machining methods. JOB FUNCTIONS: • Create and modify product fixtures and tools using machine equipment and techniques acquired by experience • Set-up and operate CNC vertical machining centers (VMC) • Edit CNC programs as needed • Machine and modify prototype parts and fixtures and engineering tooling as directed • Perform basic maintenance on CNC, VMC, HMC, Turning Center and manual machines • Study drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of a finished piece, sequence of operations and set-up requirements • Measure finished parts to verify dimensions and tolerance • Able to measure, cut or work on items with great accuracy • Able to produce parts within tolerances QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: High School or Equivalent • Experience Years: 1-3 years • Experience Type: Machine Shop/Trade School OR • Equivalent combination of education and experience • Knowledge of safety standards for equipment being operated • Able to work with close tolerances • Able to read and interpret printsw • Knowledge of G and M code CNC Programs • Able to quickly react to non-conforming as they occur • Mechanical drawing experience WORK ENVIRONMENT: Machine Shop Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Third-Party Recruiters Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact . At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. Come join a workforce where we put you first! JOB SUMMARY: The Machinist will set-up and operate all types of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, CNC, grinders, saws and lappers to be used to machine metal, plastic or other pieces to specifications, tooling instructions or standard charts by applying knowledge of machining methods. JOB FUNCTIONS: • Create and modify product fixtures and tools using machine equipment and techniques acquired by experience • Set-up and operate CNC vertical machining centers (VMC) • Edit CNC programs as needed • Machine and modify prototype parts and fixtures and engineering tooling as directed • Perform basic maintenance on CNC, VMC, HMC, Turning Center and manual machines • Study drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of a finished piece, sequence of operations and set-up requirements • Measure finished parts to verify dimensions and tolerance • Able to measure, cut or work on items with great accuracy • Able to produce parts within tolerances QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: High School or Equivalent • Experience Years: 1-3 years • Experience Type: Machine Shop/Trade School OR • Equivalent combination of education and experience • Knowledge of safety standards for equipment being operated • Able to work with close tolerances • Able to read and interpret printsw • Knowledge of G and M code CNC Programs • Able to quickly react to non-conforming as they occur • Mechanical drawing experience WORK ENVIRONMENT: Machine Shop Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Third-Party Recruiters Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact .
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in State College, PA, often begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeships, postsecondary education, or on-the-job training. Apprenticeships, which typically last 4-5 years, combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction, teaching essential skills like CNC programming and blueprint reading. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists employed across the United States, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In State College, PA, machinists can earn wages that exceed $108,000 annually for experienced professionals, reflecting the strong earning potential in this skilled trade.
