The Role
Operates, programs, sets up, and adjusts lathes, mills, grinders, and other tools to fabricate or repair large aggregate and structural equipment. Reads blueprints and engineering plans, machines parts to precise specifications, diagnoses equipment malfunctions, performs maintenance, and develops fixtures or tooling as needed. Collaborates with engineers and supervisors, follows safety procedures, schedules repairs, and may travel between facilities and work outdoors or overtime.
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Job Summary
A machinist is a skilled worker who operates machinery to create or modify metal parts used in manufacturing processes. They read and interpret blueprints, set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders, and use precision measuring instruments to ensure parts meet specifications. Machinists may also perform routine maintenance on machines, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments as needed. Follows established work procedures for fabricating and/or repairing large rock crushing and structural equipment. Plans maintenance and repair schedule. Repairs to equipment parts specifically for aggregate equipment used in mining, construction or quarrying.
Essential Functions
• Fabricating and/or repairing large rock crushing and structural equipment.
• Plans machining by work orders, blue prints, engineering plans, materials or other specifications.
• Programs, sets up and adjusts mills and lathes and many advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations. May load, feed, align and secure mechanism with an overhead crane.
• Visually observes and listens to operating machines and equipment to diagnose malfunctions and ensure operational efficiency. May prepare work sketches and design fixtures, tooling and experimental parts to meet needs.
• Working closely with engineers, supervisors, and other team members to optimize machining processes, resolve issues, and ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
Critical Competencies
• Attention to Detail - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks; meticulous and precise when handling information, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results.
• Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems, situations, in order to understand underlying patterns, identify key issues; examine information logically, question assumptions, and draw conclusions based on evidence.
• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
• Health, Safety and Environmental Management - Implements and uphold policies and practices that ensure workplace safety, promote employee well-being, and minimize environmental impact. This includes regulatory compliance, risk assessment & mitigation, workplace safety culture, incident response & prevention, sustainability & environmental stewardship and training & engagement.
• Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory.
• Reliability and Punctuality - Dependable and consistent in meeting work expectations and deadlines. Demonstrates commitment and follow-through, with reliable performance and attendance. ResponsibilitiesEducation
• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
Experience
• Vocational training, apprenticeship, or relevant work experience in machining, with a focus on heavy machinery or aggregate equipment, is often preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Acceptable performance, maintenance and safety history
• Knowledge of mine operations equipment
• Must be able to machine parts to dimensional specifications from blueprints and hand drawings.
• Proficiency in operating and setting up equipment.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Commitment to workplace safety practices and protocols.
• Communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration.
Other Requirements
• Travel to other facilities maybe required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift up to 45 pounds.
• The employee is outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
JD Disclaimer
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
A machinist is a skilled worker who operates machinery to create or modify metal parts used in manufacturing processes. They read and interpret blueprints, set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders, and use precision measuring instruments to ensure parts meet specifications. Machinists may also perform routine maintenance on machines, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments as needed. Follows established work procedures for fabricating and/or repairing large rock crushing and structural equipment. Plans maintenance and repair schedule. Repairs to equipment parts specifically for aggregate equipment used in mining, construction or quarrying.
Essential Functions
• Fabricating and/or repairing large rock crushing and structural equipment.
• Plans machining by work orders, blue prints, engineering plans, materials or other specifications.
• Programs, sets up and adjusts mills and lathes and many advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations. May load, feed, align and secure mechanism with an overhead crane.
• Visually observes and listens to operating machines and equipment to diagnose malfunctions and ensure operational efficiency. May prepare work sketches and design fixtures, tooling and experimental parts to meet needs.
• Working closely with engineers, supervisors, and other team members to optimize machining processes, resolve issues, and ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
Critical Competencies
• Attention to Detail - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks; meticulous and precise when handling information, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results.
• Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems, situations, in order to understand underlying patterns, identify key issues; examine information logically, question assumptions, and draw conclusions based on evidence.
• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
• Health, Safety and Environmental Management - Implements and uphold policies and practices that ensure workplace safety, promote employee well-being, and minimize environmental impact. This includes regulatory compliance, risk assessment & mitigation, workplace safety culture, incident response & prevention, sustainability & environmental stewardship and training & engagement.
• Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory.
• Reliability and Punctuality - Dependable and consistent in meeting work expectations and deadlines. Demonstrates commitment and follow-through, with reliable performance and attendance. ResponsibilitiesEducation
• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
Experience
• Vocational training, apprenticeship, or relevant work experience in machining, with a focus on heavy machinery or aggregate equipment, is often preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Acceptable performance, maintenance and safety history
• Knowledge of mine operations equipment
• Must be able to machine parts to dimensional specifications from blueprints and hand drawings.
• Proficiency in operating and setting up equipment.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Commitment to workplace safety practices and protocols.
• Communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration.
Other Requirements
• Travel to other facilities maybe required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift up to 45 pounds.
• The employee is outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
JD Disclaimer
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of training and work experience
- Acceptable performance, maintenance, and safety history
- Ability to machine parts to dimensional specifications from blueprints and hand drawings
- Proficiency operating and setting up machining equipment
- Knowledge of mine operations equipment
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Commitment to workplace safety practices and protocols
- Vocational training, apprenticeship, or relevant machining work experience focused on heavy machinery or aggregate equipment
- Ability to work required overtime and flexible schedules
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 45 pounds and working outdoors in varying or extreme weather
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The Company
What We Do
Vulcan Materials is the nation’s leading producer of construction aggregates, supplying essential materials for infrastructure projects across the United States. Its work supports local communities and the roads, bridges, homes, and businesses within them. The company has operated for more than a century, with a focus on growth, adaptability, responsibility, integrity, and long-term value while serving customers and communities.
