nVent
Manufacturing
Machinist-2ndShift
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“Machinist - 2nd Shift at nVent. Skills: CNC operation, Manual machining, Precision grinding. Set up and operate CNC mills. Operate CNC lathes”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet production requirements
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting; Problem-solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience, Experience running CNC milling and turning equipment, Experience operating manual mills and lathes, Ability to hold close tolerances, Understanding of machining fundamentals, Ability to read blueprints, Use standard inspection tools, Dependable, self-motivated, Able to work independently on 2nd shift, CNC setup experience, Experience with precision grinding
Nice to Have
Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
What You'll Do.
Set up and operate CNC mills
Operate manual lathes
Operate drill presses
Operate precision grinding equipment
Read engineering drawings
Interpret work instructions
Select proper tooling
Select measuring equipment
Make basic program edits
Maintain part quality
Meet production requirements
Perform basic machine maintenance
Keep work area organized
Communicate issues related to tooling
Communicate issues related to materials
Communicate issues related to machine performance
Full Job Description
We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. **Job Summary** We are seeking a skilled 2nd Shift Machinist with experience operating CNC mills and lathes, as well as manual machine tools. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working from prints, setting up jobs, holding tight tolerances, and producing quality parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role supports both production and short-run / repair work. **Key Responsibilities** * Set up and operate CNC mills and CNC lathes. * Operate manual mills, manual lathes, drill presses, band saws, and precision grinding equipment. * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions. * Select proper tooling, fixtures, and measuring equipment. * Inspect parts using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, etc.). * Make basic program edits at the machine as needed (offsets, wear, minor changes). * Maintain part quality and meet production requirements. * Perform basic machine maintenance and keep work area clean and organized. * Follow all safety, quality, and company procedures. * Communicate issues related to tooling, materials, or machine performance to supervision. **Required Qualifications** * Trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on experience. * Experience running CNC milling and turning equipment. * Experience operating manual mills and lathes. * Ability to hold close tolerances and perform precision work. * Strong understanding of machining fundamentals (feeds, speeds, tooling, materials). * Ability to read blueprints and use standard inspection tools. * Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently on 2nd shift. * CNC setup experience. * Experience with precision grinding (surface or cylindrical). * Basic troubleshooting and problem
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