Machine Operator

Summary

USAM DC is searching for a skilled Machinist to join our off‑shift team. Positions are needed for operation of Machine Centers such as CNC (router), edge bander, wide belt sander, dowel insertion machine, beam saw, table saw, case clamp and other woodworking power equipment.

• Operates a variety of millwork machinery including a CNC, edge bander, table saws, and more.
• Computes basic mathematics principles including addition, subtraction, ability to read a tape measure, and calculate fractions.
• Comprehends, reads, writes and speaks English; reads shop drawings/work orders and architectural drawings.
• Multitasks, tolerates and manages changes in priorities and deadlines.
• Adheres to safety practices to ensure proper use of all tools and machinery.
• Stands, moves with ease, and lifts 75 lbs repeatedly for the duration of a shift.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Works extended hours when workload/schedules require.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree or completion of technical degree highly preferred.
• 1+ years of millwork manufacturing experience.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation.
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills.
• Thorough understanding of or ability to quickly learn production equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic math skills to include fractions.
• Understanding of and ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, handle/feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Occasionally required to push, pull, or lift from below the waist, or lift from an overhead position and carry 75+ pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works on or near the shop floor where there may be moving mechanical parts with occasional exposure to the risk of electrical shock, outdoor weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally high.