Inside Machinist (Large Machine Operator)

Hutco, Inc.

Position: Inside Machinist (Large Machine Operator) Location: Newport News, VA Branch: Portsmouth Pay Rate: $37.50 And $120.00 Per-Diem For Those Who Qualify

Position Overview

Hutco is seeking experienced Inside Machinists (Large Machine Operators) that have worked in a high mix low volume type of environment where complex setups on large CNC machines are accomplished. This position involves machining large parts such as weldments, and castings where the material is inconsistent in size and shape and decision making on the machinists' part is required with a strong background in blueprint reading/interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. The perfect candidate would be one with a minimum 4 year apprenticeship in the trade or comparable technical school training, who learned the trade on manual machines in a job shop environment, and transitioned to enclosed CNC equipment, before becoming a large CNC horizontal boring mill operator 5" diameter spindle or larger, large CNC lathe operator machining parts in excess of 30" in diameter and 20' in length, and large CNC vertical turning center operator with tables of 6' in diameter or larger.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Boring Mills and Vertical Milling Machines, including Bridge/Gantry type mills with multiple head attachments.
• Perform multi-axis machining, ideally with experience in 3+2 or 5-axis machining.
• Execute threading, drilling, and tapping processes with a high degree of accuracy.
• Comprehend and interpret complex mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Perform precision measurements using instruments such as micrometers, verniers, and depth gauges.
• Ensure proper tooling offsets and data inputs using controllers like Fanuc, Siemens, Acramatic, and Cincinnati-Milacron.
• Maintain a high standard of safety and compliance in line with OSHA and ANSI regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years as an Inside-Shop Machinist.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with NC processes, Manual Data Input, Tooling Offsets, and operation of manual/NC machines.
• Machinery Proficiency: Experienced in working with large parts (up to 30 feet in length) and various metals.
• Certifications: Completion of a Machinist or Tool & Die Apprenticeship is highly preferred.
• Safety Training: Compliance with OSHA standards, including confined space training, PPE training, and audiometric testing.

Special Requirements

• Experience with Large Machinery: Extensive experience on Horizontal Boring Mills and Vertical Milling Machines.
• Multi-Axis Machining Background: Familiarity with 3+2 or 5-axis machining is preferred.
• Work Environment: This role is physically demanding and may involve temperature and humidity variations due to ambient work conditions.

Benefits

A limited benefit plan is available to Hutco Inc. employees through Essential Staff Care.

The hotel is advanced for the first two weeks (loan).

Available plans include:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability
• Term Life Benefits
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit

How to Apply

Contact Hutco Today!

Apply online or visit the Portsmouth Branch:

Address: 728 High Street Suite 200 Portsmouth, VA 23704

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Hutco, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).