Position: CNC Machinist

Location: Richmond, VA

Duration: Possibly contract to hire or direct hire (Dependent on Experience)

Pay: Up to $30.00 per hour ( $3.00 shift differential)

Shift: 2nd Shift (1:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Monday to Friday)

Benefits/Incentives: Provided Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.)

For the first 3 - 6 months, this role will involve training during the 1st shift schedule, typically from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

This position will involve:

• Mastering Precision: Operating CNC machines with precision to create accurate parts.
• Technical Proficiency: Competence in programming and machine setup to optimize performance.
• Commitment to Quality: Ensuring strict adherence to quality and safety standards for flawless products.
• Meticulous Record-Keeping: Maintaining accurate production records.
• Equipment Stewardship: Managing equipment maintenance for smooth operations.
• Passion for Excellence: Striving for excellence in all machining operations.

• Interpreting work orders, blueprints, and specifications for machining operations planning.
• Programming and setting up mills and lathes, and loading feed mechanisms.
• Verifying settings and maintaining specifications through precise measurement.
• Troubleshooting malfunctions and ensuring safe operations.
• Enhancing job knowledge through education and training.

• CNC Certification required; programming skills preferred.
• Strong manufacturing background necessary.
• Experience with various machinery preferred, such as Haas, South Bend Lathe, Okuma Howa, etc.
• Strong conceptual skills and process improvement abilities.
• Effective verbal communication and technical expertise essential.
• Familiarity with controls, instrumentation, and tooling needed.
• Attention to detail and good judgment crucial.

• Mostly indoors (Approx. 95%).
• Heated facility in winter; no air-conditioning in summer.
• Standing on concrete floors for at least eight hours.
• Tasks may involve kneeling, squatting, bending, and prolonged standing.
• Occasional loud noise, especially during grinding or machine testing.

• Own basic tools required.
• Team-provided tools include wrench sets, screwdrivers, pliers, etc.
• Metric tool sets recommended.
• Lockable toolbox suggested.
• Mandatory safety gear: safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.
• Attire: Long pants and sleeved shirt (short sleeve minimum) required.

• Background check (7-year felony sex offender registry check).
• Drug test (5-panel lab test for recreational drugs & opiates).