Precision Metal Machinist #3573008
Job Title:Precision Metal Machinist
Location: Avoca, IA
Salary Compensation: $42,000 - 58,000 (Salary commensurate with experience.)
Work Location: On-Site Only (Not remote or hybrid)
Job Type: Direct Hire
Industry: Manufacturing
Company Size: 200-700 million in annual revenue
Keys to Job: 1-2 years fabrication experience; CNC press brake setup/programming proficiency; blueprint reading and precision measuring skills; ERP system familiarity; strong safety focus, communication, and critical-thinking abilities. High-school diploma or equivalent. Forklift/crane certification eligibility.
Job Description
This fabrication role sets up, adjusts, and operates a variety of metalworking machines to produce precision components according to blueprints and specifications while maintaining high safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
Core Responsibilities
· Setting up and operating CNC press brakes, shears, ironworkers, saws, drills, grinders, rollers, punch presses, and related equipment.
· Reading and interpreting blueprints, work orders, and specifications to select tooling, calculate bend allowances, and ensure accurate part production.
· Using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, squares, angle gauges) to verify dimensions and maintain quality standards.
· Recording accurate inventory transactions and labor times in the ERP system while continuously seeking opportunities to improve fabrication efficiency.
· Promoting safety in every task, sustaining 5S workplace organization, and supporting team training for less experienced operators.
· Maintaining long-term vision for department growth while working independently at a steady pace under deadlines.
Position Requirements
High-school diploma or equivalent; 1-2 years fabrication or job-shop experience preferred. Ability to independently program and operate CNC press brakes, select/align tooling, and perform mathematical calculations for bends and layouts. Familiarity with ERP systems and strong communication/critical-thinking skills required. Forklift and overhead crane certification (training provided).
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Regular standing, walking, heavy lifting, and exposure to metal chips, coolants, and moderate-to-loud noise. Reasonable accommodations available.
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