Join Charter Casting - Woodstock (Formerly Charter Dura-bar) as a Machinist - CNC & Manual- 2nd & 3rd shift available
We pay based on experience + education starting at $25.75 + shift differentials ($1.50-2.25/hr)
Why Charter Casting - Woodstock?
Full time work with stable hours - Family owned business
Weekly paychecks - Get paid every Thursday!
Bonuses - quarterly performance bonuses, referral bonuses, profit sharing bonus
Full Benefits package - medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 7%, all starting within 31 days
Paid vacation time + 10 company holidays
All uniforms & PPE provided - yes, even your steel-toe boots!
Our culture - we prioritize safety, teamwork, trust, and continuous improvement
Growth opportunities - Tuition reimbursement, apprenticeship programs, professional development, GED program
Fun team events like family picnics & holiday parties
Discount programs - cell phones, travel, automotive, and more!
Set up, operate, and adjust equipment including saws, lathes, mills, and inspection equipment.
Monitor product quality and perform inspections to ensure specifications are met.
Complete production paperwork and enter accurate information into computer systems.
Safely operate forklifts and cranes to move materials and finished products.
Load equipment, store materials, and assist with shipping activities.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and ISO procedures.
Troubleshoot production issues and apply effective problem-solving skills.
Work independently while contributing to overall team success.
Support customer satisfaction through quality workmanship and attention to detail.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (we can help with our GEDworks program)
At least 3-5 years of machining experience, foundry, metals manufacturing
Experience operating equipment such as band saws, lathes, mills, or similar machinery.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and production documents.
Strong math skills, including working with decimals and measurements.
Experience using measuring equipment such as tape measures, gauges, calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools.
Ability to safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
Physical Requirements
Frequently stand, sit, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally lift up to 70 pounds, carry materials, push/pull, reach, climb, and walk.
Charter Casting - Woodstock is formerly Charter Dura-bar
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3-5 years of machining, foundry, or metals manufacturing experience
- Experience operating saws, lathes, mills, or similar machinery
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and production documents
- Strong math skills (decimals and measurements)
- Experience using measuring equipment (tape measure, gauges, calipers, micrometers)
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards (ISO procedures)
- Able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds
Charter Manufacturing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Charter Manufacturing and has not been reviewed or approved by Charter Manufacturing.
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Affordable Benefits — Medical premiums are often described as affordable, with wellness incentives lowering costs and new voluntary options (critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident) expanding coverage. Dental and vision enhancements further support value without raising contributions.
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Retirement Support — A dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match, profit sharing, and an additional retirement contribution for most employees indicate strong long‑term savings support. These retirement elements are consistently positioned as core strengths of the package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Quarterly gainsharing and bonuses regularly augment base pay. Profit sharing and shift premiums further boost total compensation.
Charter Manufacturing Insights
What We Do
Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a family-owned group of differentiated metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936. Our will to grow is our success. It is the result of Charter’s respected team of employees, each person’s dedication to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. Our businesses include Charter Steel, Charter Dura-Bar, Charter Wire and Charter Aarrowcast. Connect with us and learn about the stories and successes our family of employees share. Visit http://www.chartermfg.com/work/jobs/ to learn more about opportunities for employment and where you might fit in
