Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm - 5am)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. Klein Tools scores B on the Alion truth index.
Hiring NOW for a Machine Operator that will be responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and adjusting multi-axis CNC milling/grinding/lathe. This will be a 2nd shift position: Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm-5am
Run production jobs on multi-axis CNC milling/grinding/lathe to produce quality parts while maintaining productivity standards.
Inspect product for quality throughout production run using a variety of measuring tools such as a caliper, micrometer, comparator, laser
Read work orders and blueprints to identify appropriate specifications for machine setup and product quality.
Review work orders to ensure bill of materials are accurate and all inventory transactions are performed correctly.
Perform offsets to the program and adjustments to the machine feed, speed, and axis points to ensure part specification and quality standards are maintained as necessary.
Troubleshoot minor or major machine issues by diagnosing breakdowns, disassembling equipment, and replacing, resetting, and sharpening machine tooling as necessary depending on assigned area.
Perform machine set ups including, but not limited to, changing fixtures, tooling bars, dies, and selecting and loading the program.
Perform general machine maintenance such as cleaning the machine, checking oil and coolant levels, and adding additional oil and coolant as necessary.
Report accurate count of production parts, scrap, and labor hours by completing required paperwork and/or electronic entry.
Comply with established 6S standards and participate in various lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.
Cross-train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Three (3) years of related experience, required.
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge in operating CNC, milling, grinding, or injection molding machines, preferred.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
Ability to demonstrate basic math and computer skills and perform visual quality inspections.
Ability to learn, problem-solve, and make decisions per work instructions and documents.
Ability to work overtime as needed by the company is required.
Physical Demand Requirements
Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.