1st Class Machinist; 1st Shift - Steel America;

1st Class Inside Machinist - $2,000 Sign On Bonus (1st Shift) - Steel America (Job )

Purpose: Steel America is seeking 1st Class Inside Machinists experienced in manual machining and/or CNC mills & lathes to support operations in the Inside Machine Shop in Norfolk, VA.

• Sign‑on bonus: $2,000.
• Relocation support available on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Examine blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work‑piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Perform complex operations on various machine tools, including drill presses, lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and precision grinding machines.
• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work‑piece as guides for subsequent machining.
• Read precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and indicators.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers.
• Select standard materials required for fabrication and machining work.
• Perform the machining operations, watch for problems in the production process, and check the accuracy of the finished piece against blueprints / verify conformance of finished work‑piece to specifications.
• Observe equipment to detect malfunctions or out‑of‑tolerance machining, adjust equipment controls as necessary, and verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Set up and operate all types of shop machining tools or equipment to manufacture various parts.
• Verify dimensions and alignment of assembly, assemble parts into complete assembly.
• Install machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and test operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
• Develop specifications from general description and draw a sketch of part or product to be fabricated.
• Confere with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Work includes small and large assembly, and machining of heavy steel.
• Apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and machine shop procedures.
• Perform machine maintenance and is responsible for keeping work area clean and the immediate reporting of safety issues to Supervisor.
• Use various hand and power tools for the completion of job tasks.
• Work independently to complete responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and other technical trade–related documents.
• Must have at least seven (7) years of experience operating manual or CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Must have mechanical ability, manual dexterity, and hand/eye coordination required to perform various projects per drawings, sketches, and verbal or written instructions.
• Must be familiar with the use of precision measuring instruments: outside/inside micrometers, depth micrometers, vernier, etc.
• Must be able to write comprehensive Condition Found Reports (CFR) describing the material condition of the parts and assemblies being worked and recommendations for repair.
• Must be familiar with threading and the various measuring/gauging requirements.
• Must be skilled in the selection, set‑up, and operation of the appropriate tool(s) for a given type of work.
• Must be able to work effectively with others.
• Must be a steady, reliable worker.
• Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Must have own tools.
• Must have regular, reliable attendance.

• Forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Knowledge of CNC programming.
• Siemens controls preferred.
• Experience with Gibbs
  
  CAM software preferred.

• Minimal travel; 10% or less.

• Must be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.
• Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces, including entering and moving through…