Machinist II

MACHINIST II Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) | Swedesboro, NJ | Full-Time Precision Machining
• Valve Repair
• Industrial Equipment Restoration Build a Career in Specialized Industrial Machining Are you an experienced machinist who takes pride in precision workmanship and solving mechanical challenges? Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) is seeking a skilled Machinist II to support the repair, restoration, and machining of critical valve components used across the power generation, pharmaceutical, chemical, refining, manufacturing, and industrial markets.

This is not a high-volume production machining environment. Our machinists perform specialized repair and restoration work on valve bodies, trim, actuators, and related components, helping customers return critical equipment to service safely and efficiently.

If you enjoy working on unique projects, solving complex repair challenges, and producing precision work that directly impacts industrial operations, we'd like to hear from you.

Note:

Significant overtime opportunities are available during spring and fall outage seasons.

About Atlantic Valve Services Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) is a full-service safety relief and control valve repair center supporting customers throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. We are a premier service provider for Emerson/Fisher control valves and an authorized assembler of Anderson Greenwood, Crosby, and Kunkle pressure relief  addition to safety relief valves, our experienced technicians repair all types of control valves, including sliding stem and rotary valves, as well as isolation valves such as gate, globe, ball, butterfly, and check valves.

AVS also provides valve cleaning, diagnostics, upgrades, modifications, testing, calibration, and field services for critical industrial facilities.

Our work helps keep manufacturing plants, energy facilities, pharmaceutical companies, refineries, food production facilities, and industrial operations running safely and efficiently.

Why Join AVS?

Competitive pay with seasonal overtime opportunities

Stable, long-term career in a specialized industrial trade

Premium medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match

Clean, professional shop environment

Opportunity to work on a wide variety of machining and repair projects

Exposure to critical industrial equipment and processes

Learn from experienced machinists, technicians, and industry experts

Opportunity to support field service and outage work based on experience and business needs

Work that directly supports customer safety and operational reliability

What You'll DoAs a Machinist II, you will perform precision machining and repair operations on valve components, tooling, fixtures, and related equipment.

Responsibilities include:

Operate manual machine shop equipment including engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and other machining equipment

Machine new parts from bar stock and raw castings

Restore damaged valve bodies, trim components, and related equipment to required tolerances

Interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work instructions

Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring instruments

Maintain critical dimensions and tolerances throughout machining and repair operations

Rework, modify, and repair existing components to support customer requirements

Assist in developing tooling, fixtures, and production aids to improve efficiency and quality

Verify completed work meets quality standards and job specifications

Complete required job documentation and inspection records

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Comply with all AVS safety policies and procedures

Support additional shop and field service activities as assigned

Qualifications Required High  school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 3 years of machining experience

Strong understanding of manual machining practices and techniques

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints

Experience using precision measuring equipment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to workplace safety

Preferred

Machinist trade school certificate or apprenticeship training

Military machining or mechanical maintenance experience

Experience repairing industrial equipment or valve components

Experience with horizontal lathes, vertical turret lathes (VTLs), milling machines, boring mills, and drill presses

Welding, fabrication, or…