Skilled Machinist

Written By ShieldAg

Purpose: 

A skilled machinist is responsible for operating machining tools to produce precision metal and plastic parts that meet precise specifications, by setting up and operating of a variety of standard Bridgeport-type and engine lathe equipment.    This person will also be able to run CNC equipment with proper training.     

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Setup and operate a Bridgeport-type vertical mill, engine lathe, mill/drill and other manual support equipment 

  • Learn to run a CNC lathe, CNC mills and automatic screw machines 

  • Know how to use hand tools, power tools and parts measuring equipment 

  • Oversee part-time help to operate other machine shop equipment 

  • Be willing to learn new tasks 

Requirements: 

  • High school diploma or GED with emphasis on machine shop skills, or military training in the skills of machine shop workers 

  • Demonstrate basic math, print reading and communication skills 

  • Demonstrate knowledge of hand and power tools and parts measuring equipment 

  • Your own small personal set of calipers and other measuring devices common to a machine shop 

    Drivers license 

Workplace Environment:

  • ShieldAg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and any bias expressed by an employee will be subject to immediate reprimand and potential dismissal 

  • ShieldAg will train all employees in safety aspects of equipment and we will expect safe work actions from all employees 

Employment Benefits: 

  • 401K with company match 

  • Health insurance with good company match 

  • Paid holidays 

  • Vacation accrual 

  • Uniforms for hourly personnel 

  • Cost sharing for safety shoes/boots

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