Machinist - 1St Shift - Part-Time
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
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MACHINIST - 1ST SHIFT - PART-TIME HOURS ALSO AVAILABLE!Full Time - Hourly Rockford, IL, US
29 days ago Requisition
Salary Range: $25.00 To $38.00 Hourly
MACHINIST - 1ST SHIFT - PART-TIME HOURS ALSO AVAILABLE!
GENERAL SUMMARY
Setup and operate any of a wide range of machine tools in order to produce machined parts or components for shipments. Operate any single machine tool such as manual or CNC lathe/mills/machining centers and be able to produce any proven parts per required specifications, generally to tolerances of .001 - .003 and 32 micro inch finish.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
- Set up and operate various CNC and manual machine tools such as drill press, lapping machine, cut off machine, grinding machine, broach, etc
- Load and edit programs via "dry-run" simulation if CNC is being utilized.
- Make necessary offset adjustments to CNC machine.
- Read and interpret work order operation information to select proper work center and identify required tooling and/or programs necessary to perform the operation.
- Obtain and install proper tooling such as jaws, chucks, faceplates, spindle liners, arbors, centers and cutting tools according to proper set up procedures.
- Use various gages and precision instruments (i.e. CMM, calipers, micrometers, etc) to inspect production pieces to make necessary program and tooling adjustments. Inspect machined parts and complete a statistical process control report, where used.
- Process work orders via SAP in a timely manner.
- Assist manufacturing engineering in process improvements.
- Return tooling and report any difficulties with tooling or material.
- Train other employees as needed.
- Assist other departments/cells with set up and running of manual and CNC machines as needed.
- Practice Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor/lead.
SKILLS
- Ability to read, write and process all instructions.
- Must be able to read and understand basic manufacturing mechanical blueprints, and have good basic math skills in addition, subtraction, division and multiplication.
- Ability to work accurately with basic keyboard and monitor interfaced with the mainframe computer to enter work order data and correct qualities as required.
- Must have a working knowledge or ability to learn to use a micrometer, depth micrometer, dial indicators and other precision measuring instruments.
- Ability to follow all EHS/safety guidelines including but not limited to safe crane/hoist operation, proper lifting techniques, following all PPE requirements
- Ability to use or learn manufacturing ERP systems such as SAP.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work as a team.
- Demonstrate respect and positive attitude.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A high school diploma or equivalent with two (2) to four (4) years of experience is required.
COMPETENCIES
Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
Communication
Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups in a variety of situations; communicating in a focused and compelling way that drives others' thoughts and actions. Engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities; generating ideas, and implementing solutions.
Actively identifying new ideas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the…
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