Machinist I

Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Machinist I who will be responsible for operating and maintaining various machining tools to produce precision metal and plastic parts. This entry-level role involves setting up, adjusting, and running basic machine operations while adhering to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the ability to follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other manual or CNC machining equipment to produce components according to specifications
• Assist in setting up machines, selecting proper tools, and making adjustments to ensure accurate production
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to ensure they meet required tolerances and specifications
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including wearing appropriate PPE and maintaining a clean work environment
• Read and understand blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings to determine job specifications and machining requirements
• Perform basic machine maintenance, such as cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn tools as needed
• Work closely with senior machinists, engineers, and production supervisors to improve processes and troubleshoot issues

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of experience in a machining or manufacturing environment preferred
• Basic knowledge of machining operations, tools, and materials
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Familiarity with measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic mathematical skills, including understanding measurements and tolerances
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new machining techniques and technologies

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma

LOCATION

• Onsite

SCHEDULE

• M-F

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

CORE VALUES

•  Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com. 

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.