Overview

Our manufacturing client in Chesapeake is seeking a Machinist for a full-time Direct Hire opportunity. In this role the Machinist is responsible for the setup and operation of multi-axis CNC machines (lathes; mills – horizontal and vertical - including multi-pallet machining centers; grinders; broaches; Gear generation & testing equipment). The Machinist is also responsible for setting up and operating manual and semi-automatic lathes, mills, grinders, tool grinders, drills, broaches, gear hobbers, shears, etc. This position offers a full benefits package including 401k, Health, Dental and Vision

**Sign-on bonus offered based on level of experience**

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions with minimal assistance.
• Read & interpret blueprints – both imperial and metric standards.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings/standards.
• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions with minimal assistance.
• Use measuring gauges including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, bore gauges, Mahr gages, etc. to inspect manufactured parts, in order to ensure adherence to drawing tolerances.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience operating a mix of manual, semi-automatic, and CNC machine tools in a fast-paced work environment.
• At least 5 years of manual machining experience
• At least 10 years of CNC machining experience
• Experience in using measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height/depth/bore gauges,) and tool presetters
• Excellent grasp of mathematics (including geometry & trigonometry), and a good understanding of mechanical systems
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs