We are looking for a highly skilled Shop Machinist to support advanced machining operations and drive quality outcomes across complex repair and fabrication work. This role is ideal for a seasoned machinist who thrives in a hands-on environment, takes ownership of challenging projects, and helps elevate team performance.
Competitive Pay: This position offers an hourly wage starting at $25+/hr, depending on experience and qualifications.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform routine maintenance work, and report directly to a skilled supervisor.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
- Precision measuring.
- Efficiently operate engine lathes, milling machines, radial drills, and horizontal saws.
- Interpret and control the speeds and feeds machinery.
- Make fabrication sketches to repair/rebuild or duplicate components.
- Regularly test products after machining, troubleshoot errors & resolves difficult issues with minimal assistance.
- Works regularly with engineers and technicians who experiment with new products/ systems.
- Assist with staffing-hour estimations relating to machine times and set up for quoting purposes.
- Understand and advise on labor/charge rate ranges for different areas of the shop equipment.
- Operate at least 50 percent of all machine’s tools with a minimum of two of the following: Collett, Cincinnati, Simmons, Balancing Equipment, Bullard, Surface Grinder.
- Perform complete overhauls / major installs and complex machining.
- Provide root cause failure analysis of complex problems without assistance; and consistently repairs independently.
- Regularly provide equipment/system/ process/ training recommendations to improve reliability and/or performance.
- Regularly mentor & train junior technicians; and responds to queries.
- CNC experience a plus.
What You’ll Need:
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school training preferred.
- Several years of machining experience, with demonstrated progression to advanced-level work.
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
- Proficiency in precision measuring tools and machining calculations.
- Experience operating a wide variety of machine tools, including advanced or specialized equipment.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve complex machining problems independently.
- Strong understanding of machining processes, materials, and shop practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Why Join OTC Industrial Technologies?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision care coverage, short-and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance. We also offer a wellness discount and a stipend for safety shoes & glasses.
- Financial Security: We provide a 401(k) savings plan with an employer match of 50% on the dollar up to 6%, robust referral bonuses, and relocation assistance.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid time off (PTO) and tuition assistance to support your career growth and personal life.
- Career Growth Opportunities: At OTC Industrial Technologies, we believe in investing in our employees' development. We offer various training programs and career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.