1st Class Machinist; 2nd Shift - Steel America

1st Class Inside Machinist (2nd Shift) - Steel America

1 st Class Inside Machinist (2nd Shift) - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Purpose:

Steel America is seeking 1st Class Inside Machinists experienced in Manual Machining and/or CNC Mills & Lathes to support operations on
2nd shift
in the Inside Machine Shop in Norfolk, VA.

Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Relocation support available on a case-by-case basis, amount based on location.

Job Description:

• Examines 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.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, assembles parts into complete assembly.
• Install 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.
• Apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and machine shop procedures
• Perform machine maintenance and is responsible for keeping work are 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.

Qualifications:

• 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:
  • Manual Machinist experience as follows:
    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.
• CNC Mills & Lathes experience as follows:
  • Requires knowledge of some CNC programming with the ability to perform minor program edits on the shop floor. Requires more than CNC operation experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer Forklift and…