Department: Machine Department FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Grade/Level: 7 Job Type: Regular Work Schedule: 2nd Shift. Monday - Friday Additional hours if needed. Job Status: Full Time Reports To: Production Manager Amount of Travel Required: None Positions Supervised: None POSITION SUMMARY Set up and operate a vertical machining center. May also machine 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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers. • Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders. • Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers. • Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations. • Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines. • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. • Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances. • Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work. • Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to display placement of cuts. • Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs. • Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled. • Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. • Position and fasten work pieces. • Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency. • Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment. • Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter. • Program computers and electronic instruments such as numerically controlled machine tools. • Set controls to regulate machining, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media. • Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information. • Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed. • Establish work procedures for fabricating new structural products, using a variety of metalworking machines. • Support metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection, and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics. • Confer with numerical control programmers to check and ensure that new programs or machinery will function properly, and that output will meet specifications. • Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools. • Evaluate experimental procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency and adaptability to setup and production. • Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs. • Prepare working sketches for the illustration of product appearance. • Install experimental parts and assemblies such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, and batteries into machines and mechanisms. • Must be able to operate overhead cranes and climb ladders. • Set up and operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, and cutting equipment. • Test experimental models under simulated operating conditions for such purposes as development, standardization, and feasibility of design. • Comply with established safety policies and procedures. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as directed. Use appropriate tools designed for their specific job tasks. Provide feedback related to hazard assessments and/or accident investigations. • Act in accordance with Patterson's Company policies (ex. Harassment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethics, etc.). • Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) • Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. • Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience. • Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. • Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. • Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. • Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information. • Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. • Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. • Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. • Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas. • Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information. • Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Associate Degree (two year college or technical school) Required, Field of Study: Machine Tool Technology Experience: 1 plus years of experience Computer Skills: Certifications & Licenses: Other Requirements: Perform all other duties as required by supervision. Overtime as required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Demands Stand F Walk O Sit O Manually Manipulate F Reach Outward F Reach Above Shoulder O Climb F Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Grasp O Speak O Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-20 lbs F 21-50 lbs O 51-100 lbs N Over 100 lbs N Push/Pull 12 lbs or less F 13-25 lbs F 26-40 lbs O 41-100 lbs N Other Physical Requirements • Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) • Sense of Sound - Normal • Sense of Touch • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Safety shoes, hearing protection, eye protection, face shield, gloves • Sense of Balance WORK ENVIRONMENT Manufacturing shop floor environment. Cold in winter, hot in summer. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Profit sharing • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 4x10 • Evening shift • Night shift • Overnight shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>CNC Machinist / Programmer (Mills) US-SC-Westminster Job ID: 2025-15379 Type: Employee # of Openings: 1 Category: Operations US-SC-Westminster-2390 Overview About ITT and Compact Automation: ITT’s Compact Automation Products offers highly engineered, reliable and innovative solutions with the smallest footprint to force ratio, for a wide variety of industrial markets globally. Since 1974, our team of world-class engineers have produced standard and custom cylinders for a multitude of unique applications. Our extensive product range is comprised of high-quality Air Cylinders, Turn-Act rotary actuators, Grippers, Slides, Guided Cylinders, Air Springs, Electric Actuators, Hydraulic Cylinders and Custom Actuators. We put our customers first with quotes within 24 hours, ongoing distributor support with engineers in the field, and expansive manufacturing capabilities, which include a fully automated anodizing line that allows our team to produce both standard and custom cylinders along with engineered solutions quickly. With just over 100,000 unique custom solutions in the field, and no minimum order requirements “if you can imagine it, we can build it”. ITT offers a very attractive benefits program. Our employees enjoy medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K savings plan, life insurance protection, sickness and accident income protection, a generous vacation and holiday program, a tuition reimbursement program, and a program that allows you to use tax-free dollars to pay for many health care and dependent care expenses. Safety is a core value at ITT-Westminster. Our department managers/supervisors play a critical role in creating and maintaining a safe workplace for our employees by following all ITT safety policies and procedures and by observing employees to ensure that safety procedures are followed. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Responsibilities • Operates a variety of machine tools and equipment, such as manual lathes, mills, drill presses, cut off saws and CNC turning and milling equipment. • Performs set up to operation to produce a variety of production parts and tools from metal, composites and other materials. • Inspects all work using precision measuring tools to ensure all parts meet drawing specifications. • Makes adjustments and offsets to machines to control speed, material feed, and path of cut. • Makes sure machines are set up properly, working well and producing quality product. • Performs work under general to minimal supervision depending on skill level/experience. • Enters accurate daily labor information into data collection system. • Quality conscientious and responsible for all aspects of quality related to work produced. • Knowledge and general understanding of ISO 9001 quality policies. • Adheres to all safety directives/requirements within the area and facility (i.e. Personal Protective Equipment) and fully participates in all 6S activities and daily clean-up. • Other duties as directed by Management. Qualifications • High School diploma or GED • 5-8 years of applicable CNC Machining / Programming experience in Mills (Lathes would be a plus) • Able to work in a team environment • Ability to interpret blueprints and their symbols. • Knowledge of micrometers (manual and digital). • Read comparators such as radii, angular, and size. • Able to operate a personal computer and various software packages. • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI278707254
See More Details >>Focus Workforce Management has recently partnered with a large manufacturing facility in Toccoa, GA. We are currently seeking candidates who are ambitious, smart, natural collaborators, influencing, and innovating in a challenging hyper-growth environment, we’d love to talk to you about joining our team. Machine Operators are responsible for performing various tasks for setting up, operation, monitoring, and preventive maintenance. Machinist will be responsible for inspecting parts and making adjustments, or changes as necessary to maintain quality. Requirements: • Must be able to arrive on time and maintain good attendance • Able to perform job task safely and efficiently • Able to stand for long periods of time • Other job specific requirements may apply Location: Toccoa, Georgia 30577 Shift: All Shifts Available Pay: Up to $16.25 per hour
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the machining trade in Toccoa, GA, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeships that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which can last 4-5 years, provide essential skills such as CNC machine operation, blueprint reading, and material properties. According to the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, there are approximately 288,789 machinists employed across the United States, with 15,448 active job openings. The average machinist salary in Toccoa, GA, stands at approximately $42,147 annually, with experienced professionals earning up to $80,640 per year. Trade schools, technical colleges, and on-the-job training programs offer pathways to this rewarding career, which is supported by significant governmental initiatives and a growing demand for skilled machinists.
