VMC MACHINIST

Position Overview

Machinist – VMC operator responsible for shaping or grooving metal or plastic work pieces. Operate, set up, and maintain milling machines, lathes, shapers, and grinders to meet quality and production standards.

• Pay: $22.00 – $35.00 per hour
• Job type:
  Full‑time
• Shift: Day shift (preferred)
• Location:
  
  In person (on site)
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 3 years in a machining shop, especially with Haas vertical machining centers
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings, prototypes, and blueprints
• Proficiency with master CAM is a plus
• Ability to set up VMC machines, calculate speeds and feeds, and select proper tooling
• Troubleshoot non‑conforming processes and optimize first‑run jobs
• Use inspection equipment (micrometers, vernier calipers) to verify product conformance
• Maintain machine tools in proper working condition
• Program CNC and electronic instruments when required

• Perform all set‑ups, including calculating speeds/feeds and selecting proper support equipment.
• Interpret and calculate dimensions or tolerances from prints and drawings.
• Machine parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units to ensure conformance using precision instruments.
• Monitor feed and speed during machining and adjust as needed.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.
• Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools used for precision machining.
• Hit sampling parts and study engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations.
• Fit and assemble parts to repair or build machine tools, including aligning and securing fixtures, cutting tools, and accessories.

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule (half‑hour paid lunch) and four 10‑hour shifts with overtime available
• Relaxed work environment where everyone is treated with respect