Machinist

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Corporate Office: 5885 11th Street Rockford, Illinois USA 61109 Position: Machinist Reports To: Production Supervisor Organizational Unit: Industrial FLSA Status: Hourly EEO Code: 6 Craft Workers Date of Revision: June 2026 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. Corporate Office: 5885 11th Street Rockford, Illinois USA 61109 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 Adaptability 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. Continuous Improvement Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities; generating ideas, and implementing solutions. Continuous Learning Actively identifying new ideas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained