Machinist I (2nd Shift)

We are looking for a Machinist I our Huntersville facility. In this role you will be responsible for executing production order requirements and instructions on to manufacture products. Oerlikon Additive Manufacturing (AM) produces high-quality components for a variety of industries, including Aerospace, Defense, Oil and Gas, and Semiconductors. Through the use of metal additive 3D printers, we manufacture complex metal prototypes or series parts rapidly and without any tooling. The Machinist is a critical member of the production team. As part of the Oerlikon Additive Manufacturing team, you will truly be part of a small segment of people revolutionizing the manufacturing of components using cutting edge technology.

This is a second shift position with core hours 2:00pm – 10:30pm.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 10 observed company holidays and 2 floaters, to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Assist in setting up machines (CNC, manual lathes, mills, grinders, etc.).
• Operate machines under supervision to perform basic cutting, drilling, grinding, threading, and milling tasks.
• Learn to read blueprints and work from detailed drawings and specifications.
• Inspect parts for quality and tolerances using basic measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow standard operating procedures for machining and safety.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

Your Profile:

• Ability to work in a team-based collaborative environment where priorities may shift regularly
• The ability to troubleshoot operational issues and relay information to the team is a must
• Experience working with basic shop tools and hand tools required
• Good verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to wear a respirator when applicable
• Ability to lift 30 lbs
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of CNC machining processes (gaining practical skills).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings (or willingness to learn).
• Knowledge of GD&T symbols or willingness to learn (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of measurement tools.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.
• Basic understanding of machine tools (milling, lathe, drill presses, CNC)
• Experience with SAP, or other shop floor data management systems
• In compliance with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Why Oerlikon:

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our peoples growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

About us

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with around 10,000 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here: Know Your Rights.

If you are unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact us at Americas.hr@oerlikon.com or recruiter.us@oerlikon.com. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and is not intended for inquiries about the status of applications or for third-party vendor/agency requests.

Oerlikon will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $47,670 - $60,634