Machinist job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Machinists are skilled professionals who use drills, grinders, lathes, mills, and other related machines to create objects, other tools, and object parts. They are expected to work precisely and carefully, often with specific or tight deadlines to fulfill orders by clients.
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Example machinist requirements on a job description
Machinist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in machinist job postings.
Sample machinist requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in operating machine tools.
- Knowledge of materials, processes, and tools.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- Excellent manual dexterity.
Sample required machinist soft skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good time management skills.
Machinist job description example 1
Sonoco machinist job description
Job Title: Machinist
Pay Rate: $19.17 - $34.74/hr. based on experience
Shift: Rotating 1st & 2nd shifts
Machinery Manufacturing has an opening for a machinist. Preferred candidate must have a thorough knowledge of machine shop equipment and have at least 5 years' experience working with manual lathes, mills, grinders, keyseater, boring mill, and drill presses. In addition, the preferred candidate must have a good working knowledge of all types of CNC equipment and prior experience in assembly or fabrication work using a blueprint. A technical degree in Machine Shop is preferred.
Applicant will be required to move from one machine or job assignment to another when the work load shifts. Candidate must be able to work with minimal supervision. Additionally, this job will require rotating first and second shifts on a weekly basis. Applicants must be willing to work overtime including weekends and holidays, when needed.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
Responsible for operating and knowing how to program an NC Lathe & NC Mill.Proficient in G-code or conversational programming.Be able to set-up machine and make fixtures for individual parts.Know speeds and feeds of different types of materials and tooling.Be proficient in reading standard and metric blueprints along with knowing GD&T.Be able to check own parts, using machine shop measuring instruments (OD/ID mic's, calipers, depth mic's, scales, tape measure) Be proficient in basic math and geometry.Be familiar with programming software (Espree, or MasterCam etc).Maintains safe operation by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.Maintains continuity with partner on other shift by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.Be able to rotate between 1st and 2nd shift on a weekly basis.
We care about YOU through employee development, providing excellent benefits, investing in your future and valuing diversity and inclusion.
Apply today to join our team!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
Pay Rate: $19.17 - $34.74/hr. based on experience
Shift: Rotating 1st & 2nd shifts
Machinery Manufacturing has an opening for a machinist. Preferred candidate must have a thorough knowledge of machine shop equipment and have at least 5 years' experience working with manual lathes, mills, grinders, keyseater, boring mill, and drill presses. In addition, the preferred candidate must have a good working knowledge of all types of CNC equipment and prior experience in assembly or fabrication work using a blueprint. A technical degree in Machine Shop is preferred.
Applicant will be required to move from one machine or job assignment to another when the work load shifts. Candidate must be able to work with minimal supervision. Additionally, this job will require rotating first and second shifts on a weekly basis. Applicants must be willing to work overtime including weekends and holidays, when needed.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
Responsible for operating and knowing how to program an NC Lathe & NC Mill.Proficient in G-code or conversational programming.Be able to set-up machine and make fixtures for individual parts.Know speeds and feeds of different types of materials and tooling.Be proficient in reading standard and metric blueprints along with knowing GD&T.Be able to check own parts, using machine shop measuring instruments (OD/ID mic's, calipers, depth mic's, scales, tape measure) Be proficient in basic math and geometry.Be familiar with programming software (Espree, or MasterCam etc).Maintains safe operation by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.Maintains continuity with partner on other shift by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.Be able to rotate between 1st and 2nd shift on a weekly basis.
We care about YOU through employee development, providing excellent benefits, investing in your future and valuing diversity and inclusion.
Apply today to join our team!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
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Machinist job description example 2
General Dynamics machinist job description
**Type of Requisition:** SCA
**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Secret
**Public Trust/Other Required:** None
**Job Family:** SCA
CNC Milling experience preferred.
Will set up and machine many different types of parts to blueprint.
Knowledge of G-Code programming.
Blueprint reading and experience using basic measuring tools.
Second shift position
High School Diploma or GED required.
1+ years of experience
Must be a U.S. Citizen
COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.
We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $21.60 - $32.40, this is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary; rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Secret
**Public Trust/Other Required:** None
**Job Family:** SCA
CNC Milling experience preferred.
Will set up and machine many different types of parts to blueprint.
Knowledge of G-Code programming.
Blueprint reading and experience using basic measuring tools.
Second shift position
High School Diploma or GED required.
1+ years of experience
Must be a U.S. Citizen
COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.
We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $21.60 - $32.40, this is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary; rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
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Machinist job description example 3
Honeywell machinist job description
The future is what you make it.
When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn't just about developing cool things. That's why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.
Are you ready to help us make the future?
An excellent career opportunity is currently available for a Machinist-R&D Tech II, located at UOP's Research & Pilot Plant facility in McCook, IL. While the job is based out of the McCook, IL facility, must be capable of working at our Des Plaines facility if the site requires support.
Position Responsibilities:
*Set up and operate all types of manual machine tools, lathes, mills, drill press, grinders, etc., and is capable of performing machinery operations necessary to support R&D and Manufacturing facilities using safe work practices as defined by Honeywell.
*Must work with all types of measuring tools and work within very close tolerances.
*Able to machine most grades of stainless steel, steel and its alloys, brass, copper, aluminum, as well as exotic metals, all plastics that are machinable, carbons, graphite's, Teflon, rulon and many other fluoro-carbons.
*Able to follow all established safety procedures and protocols.
*Must be capable of lifting up to 35 pounds, work on elevated platforms as well as climb ladders and portable lifts
YOU MUST HAVE
-High School Diploma or GED is required.
-2 years of Machining experience.
WE VALUE
-Able to work from sketches, blueprints and flow charts in fabrication and troubleshooting on R&D and Manufacturing processes.
-Understanding and use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
-Excellent verbal communication skills.
-Capable of working in either Des Plaines or our McCook facility in Riverside, IL.
When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn't just about developing cool things. That's why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.
Are you ready to help us make the future?
An excellent career opportunity is currently available for a Machinist-R&D Tech II, located at UOP's Research & Pilot Plant facility in McCook, IL. While the job is based out of the McCook, IL facility, must be capable of working at our Des Plaines facility if the site requires support.
Position Responsibilities:
*Set up and operate all types of manual machine tools, lathes, mills, drill press, grinders, etc., and is capable of performing machinery operations necessary to support R&D and Manufacturing facilities using safe work practices as defined by Honeywell.
*Must work with all types of measuring tools and work within very close tolerances.
*Able to machine most grades of stainless steel, steel and its alloys, brass, copper, aluminum, as well as exotic metals, all plastics that are machinable, carbons, graphite's, Teflon, rulon and many other fluoro-carbons.
*Able to follow all established safety procedures and protocols.
*Must be capable of lifting up to 35 pounds, work on elevated platforms as well as climb ladders and portable lifts
YOU MUST HAVE
-High School Diploma or GED is required.
-2 years of Machining experience.
WE VALUE
-Able to work from sketches, blueprints and flow charts in fabrication and troubleshooting on R&D and Manufacturing processes.
-Understanding and use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
-Excellent verbal communication skills.
-Capable of working in either Des Plaines or our McCook facility in Riverside, IL.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024