What are the responsibilities and job description for the Precision Machinist – CNC & Conventional Mills/Lathes position at American Custom Metal Fabricating, Inc?
Join Our Team
American Custom Metal Fabricating (ACMF) is looking for skilled and dependable Precision Machinist to join our manufacturing team. We are seeking experienced machinists who take pride in quality workmanship and are comfortable setting up and operating CNC and conventional machining equipment, including Bridgeport mills, vertical mills, horizontal mills, and lathes.
Whether you're strongest in CNC machining, conventional machining, or both, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment, producing custom, precision metal components and understand the importance of quality, and safety.
Position Highlights
- 1st & 2nd Shift Opportunities
- Full-time position
- Flexible Schedule
- Work with CNC and conventional mills and lathes
- Custom and precision metal manufacturing
- Opportunity to work with a variety of materials and machining processes
- Work in a modern, climate-controlled manufacturing facility
- Team-oriented, hands-on work environment
What You'll Do
As a Precision Machinist, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, programming, adjusting, and inspecting machine parts to ensure they meet customer specifications and quality standards.
- Set up programming by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches.
- Operate Bridgeport mills, CNC vertical mills, horizontal mills, or CNC lathes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
- Read and edit G & M code.
- Utilize CAD/CAM software to optimize production efficiency and improve cycle times.
- Calculate dimensions and requirements using basic math, fractions, decimals, geometry, and trigonometry.
- Select, install, adjust, sharpen, and replace cutting tools.
- Verify machine settings and perform first-piece inspections.
- Perform accurate dimensional inspections using appropriate measuring equipment.
- Monitor machines for tool wear, vibration, unusual sounds, and other potential problems.
- Adjust feeds, speeds, tooling, and machine controls to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Troubleshoot machining processes and make necessary corrections.
- Inspect material and components from waterjet, laser, saw, and welding operations.
- Identify defective materials or questionable conditions and report them to the appropriate supervisor.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and keep equipment and work areas clean and organized.
- Follow all company quality and safety procedures.
- Work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent education/experience.
- Manufacturing or machining experience.
- Experience performing machining setups.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and tool maintenance.
- Ability to read and edit G & M code.
- Strong measurement and inspection skills.
- Ability to perform fraction-to-decimal conversions and basic machining calculations.
- Ability to identify and work with common metals, including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, and brass.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to producing quality work.
- Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Experience With the Following Equipment Is a Plus
- Mighty Viper (3 axis CNC vertical milling machine)
- Haas VF9 (3 axis CNC vertical milling machine)
- Haas VF6 (up to 4 axis CNC vertical milling machine)
- Haas VF4 (3 axis CNC vertical milling machine)
- DMG Mori Seiki (3 axis CNC vertical milling machine)
- OKK Horizontal Mill
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Lift and handle materials or equipment weighing up to 75 lbs. unassisted.
- Stand for extended periods.
- Bend, reach, climb, walk, and work around manufacturing equipment.
- Safely operate and use required hand tools, measuring equipment, and machining equipment.
Why Join American Custom Metal Fabricating?
Founded in 2008, American Custom Metal Fabricating is committed to delivering high-quality metal fabrication and manufacturing services while providing exceptional customer service.
We value skilled employees who take pride in their work and understand that precision matters. Join our team and develop your machining experience and problem-solving skills to work on custom manufacturing projects.
Ready to Put Your Skills to Work?
If you're an experienced machinist looking for a 1st or 2nd shift opportunity, a flexible schedule, competitive pay, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today and join the American Custom Metal Fabricating team!
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Machining: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,966 - $65,109