2nd Class Machinist - Steel America;

2nd Class Inside Machinist - Steel America (Job )

Join Colonna's Shipyard in Norfolk, VA to support operations in the Inside Machine Shop.

Steel America is seeking 2nd Class Inside Machinists experienced in Manual Machining and/or CNC Mills & Lathes.

• Examines blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Performs complex operations on various machine tools, including drill presses, lathes, milling machines, boring machines and precision grinding machines.
• Measures, marks and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining.
• Reads precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers and indicators.
• Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders and shapers.
• Selects standard materials required for fabrication and machining work.
• Performs the machining operations, watches for problems in the production process and checks the accuracy of the finished piece against blueprints / verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
• Observes equipment to detect malfunctions or out‑of‑tolerance machining, adjusts equipment controls as necessary and verifies accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Sets up and operates all types of shop machining tools or equipment to manufacture various parts.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, assembles parts into complete assembly.
• Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
• Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Work includes small and large assembly, and machining of heavy steel.
• Applies knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, machinability of materials and machine shop procedures.
• Performs machine maintenance and is responsible for keeping work area clean and the immediate reporting of safety issues to Supervisor.
• Uses various hand and power tools for the completion of job tasks.
• Works independently to complete responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and other technical trade related documents.
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience operating manual OR CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Must have Manual Machinist experience:
• Under minimal supervision, a manual machinist sets up and operates manually controlled machines in skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools and equipment.
• Must have CNC Mills & Lathes experience:
• Requires knowledge of some CNC programming with the ability to perform minor program edits on the shop floor. Requires more than CNC operation experience.
• 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 calipers, 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 preferred.
• Knowledge of CNC programming preferred.

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

• Must…