Machine Shop Assistant

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

About the Role

We're looking for a dependable, hands-on Machine Shop Assistant to support our in-house fastener customization shop. The shop does practical, straightforward customization of fasteners and threaded products (cutting, threading, grinding, stamping, finishing and inspection) on well-maintained, older equipment.

This isn't a CNC or complex-machining role. It suits someone mechanically minded who likes working with their hands and wants to learn a trade. We'll train the right person, and there is a clear path to grow into a Machinist role.

What You'll Do

Cut threaded rod, bar stock and fasteners to length using Nishijimax saws, chop saws and a horizontal band saw

Operate the Studmaster and Landis threaders to produce studs and threaded parts to order specifications

Mark and identify parts using the stamping/etching machine

Deburr, chamfer and finish parts using the belt sander

Perform basic lathe work as training progresses

Check parts for grade and quality with the hardness tester, and verify lengths and threads with calipers, tape measures and thread gauges

Read work orders and pick tickets, pull material from stock, and stage finished orders for shipping

Keep accurate counts and record completed work

Perform simple work-completion tasks on a computer within Traverse ERP software

Perform routine machine upkeep (cleaning, oiling, blade and die changes) and report equipment issues

Keep the shop area clean, organized and safe

Potential to help with general warehouse tasks (receiving, picking, packing), as needed

Growth Path

With experience and demonstrated skill, this role can advance to Machinist. That includes more independent lathe work, machine setup, handling non-standard or rush custom orders, and eventually training newer shop staff. This growth is rewarded with wage increases.

What We're Looking For

Required

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical aptitude and a genuine interest in learning machine work

Ability to read a tape measure and follow written instructions and work orders

Attention to detail; our customers count on correct lengths, threads and grades

Observant, thoughtful, and caring

Commitment to safe work practices

Reliable attendance and a good work ethic

Ability to read fractions and decimals

Ability to write neatly and legibly

Ability to operate a computer and perform basic data entry tasks as needed

You hold yourself to high standards

You take pride in the work you perform

Preferred (not required)

Any shop, manufacturing or warehouse experience

Experience with saws, lathes or threading equipment

Familiarity with calipers, micrometers or thread gauges

Basic knowledge of fasteners, thread types or material grades

Forklift experience

Physical Requirements

Stand for most of the shift and work around operating machinery

Lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly

Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection and steel-toe boots

Tolerate a shop environment with noise, cutting oils and metal dust

On-the-job forklift training to operate sit-down and stand up lifts.

Schedule and Benefits

Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM – 4:45 PM

Benefits: Health insurance

19 days paid time off

401(k) after 1 year

On-the-job training with experienced staff

Overtime occasionally available

Lilly Fasteners is an equal opportunity employer.