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Machinist

DES Employment Group
Davenport, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/19/2025

Machinist in Davenport, IA

Compensation: $16 – $19 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)

Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts (Monday–Friday, 40 hours)

Company Overview

Join a leading, employee-owned manufacturing company specializing in high-quality metal tools, drill bits, and precision metal parts. We're hiring skilled and motivated CNC Machine Operators to join our production team in a clean, well-equipped facility. This is a full-time, Temp-to-Hire position with strong long-term potential.

Why Join Us? (Job Highlights)

  • Long-Term Career: This Temp-to-Hire role offers stability and the chance to become a permanent employee.
  • Excellent Facility: Work in a modern, clean, and well-equipped environment.
  • Great Benefits: As an employee-owner, you'll be eligible for 401(k) matching, Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and health benefits.

Key Responsibilities

As a CNC Machine Operator, you will be responsible for the full machining process, including:

  • Machine Operation: Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform drilling, grinding, and milling operations.
  • Quality Control: Supervise machine performance and inspect finished products for accuracy and quality, ensuring they meet specifications.
  • Material Handling: Prepare, load, and secure raw materials onto machines.
  • Blueprint Reading: Read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings; use measuring devices as needed.
  • Teamwork: Maintain a strong attention to detail and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Requirements

  • Ability to lift: 50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs consistently.
  • Must be able to pass a national background check and drug test.

Experience: CNC machining experience is preferred. However, mechanically inclined candidates with prior machine operating experience will be considered and can be trained.

Salary : $16 - $19

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