What are the responsibilities and job description for the Blueprint-to-Part Precision Machinist position at General Machine?
Turn Drawings into Perfect Parts at General Machine
Imagine this: It's your first week at General Machine in Freeburg, IL. You review a challenging print, choose tooling for a CNC lathe, set your workholding, and dial in offsets. After the first article, you measure with calipers and micrometers, make a small adjustment, and watch the second piece hit spec. You log your results, clean your station, and huddle with an engineer to shave seconds off the cycle time. That's a typical win here.
About the Role
We're a growing machine shop and fabricator serving demanding customers. We need a machinist who can set up and operate CNC and/or manual equipment to produce precision components, read and act on blueprints, and uphold our quality standards.
What You'll Do
- Set up, operate, and adjust CNC and/or manual mills and lathes to produce precision parts.
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine machining steps.
- Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related tools to confirm tolerances.
- Monitor machine performance, adjusting as needed to maintain quality and consistency.
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot issues to keep production on track.
- Collaborate with engineers and programmers to improve processes and efficiency.
- Maintain an orderly, safe work area and follow all safety protocols.
- Complete production documentation and maintain accurate job records.
What You'll Need
- Experience in machining (CNC and/or manual).
- Ability to set up and run CNC mills, lathes, and/or manual machines.
- Exposure to G-code is a plus, not a requirement.
- Competence with precision measurement tools: calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Comfort working both independently and as part of a fast-paced team.
Why You'll Thrive Here
General Machine focuses on quality and exceeding customer expectations. If that resonates with you—and you enjoy turning blueprints into reality—we invite you to apply.