Machinist
We are seeking a skilled machinist with a minimum of five years of experience operating manual milling machines, lathes, boring mills, and grinders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work with extremely close tolerances ranging from .0005" to .001" and meet allotted time frames. The role involves manufacturing and making repairs as per instructions and/or drawings, operating machine shop equipment, overhead cranes, and performing rigging. Additionally, the machinist will conduct incoming and outgoing inspections using tools such as micrometers, calipers, and depth gauges, while accurately filling out all necessary paperwork.
Responsibilities:
- Operate manual milling machines, lathes, boring mills, and grinders.
- Work with extremely close tolerances (.0005" to .001").
- Manufacture and make repairs per instructions and/or drawings.
- Operate all machine shop equipment and overhead cranes.
- Perform rigging tasks as required.
- Conduct inspections using micrometers, calipers, and depth gauges.
- Accurately complete all required paperwork.
Essential Skills:
- Minimum five years experience operating milling machines, lathes, boring mills, and grinders.
- Ability to work with extremely close tolerances (.0005" to .001").
- Proficiency in blueprint reading.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to work overtime.
- Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.
- Pass drug screening and background check.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with milling machine, VTL, HBM, vertical turret lathe, horizontal boring mill.
- Skill in using micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools.
Why Work Here?
Join a family-oriented workplace that values its employees and offers competitive health insurance and benefits. Benefit from a tool program that allows employees to purchase tools and enjoy a Christmas bonus once permanent.
Work Environment:
The position is within a large industrial machining department, working on substantial equipment. The role requires commitment to a night shift schedule from 2pm to 12:30 am, Tuesday to Friday, with additional hours as needed.
Job Type & Location:
This is a contract to hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Hampton, VA.
Application Deadline:
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2025.