General Machine Op

General Machine Operator Location: Mason, OH Pay Rate: $19.00 – $22.00 per hour (Dependent on Experience) Shift: First Shift 6am to 4:30pm 10hours Mon-Thursday Position Overview The General Machine Operator is responsible for running production equipment, loading raw bar stock or workpieces, monitoring machine cycles, and inspecting finished components to meet strict blueprint tolerances. This role is ideal for dependable candidates with general mechanical aptitude, light machine experience, or individuals from related mechanical trades looking to build a career in precision manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Operate assigned high-volume production machinery - including multi-spindle screw machines (Acme, Davenport), CNC lathes/mills, or secondary operation equipment - ensuring cycles run smoothly and consistently.
• Material Handling & Loading: Safely load bar stock, tube stock, or raw material blanks into bar feeders and machine spindles. Refill coolants, cutting oils, and lubricants as required.
• In-Process Quality Inspection: Perform routine, scheduled dimensional inspections on machined parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, vernier calipers, dial indicators, depth gauges, and go/no-go plug gauges.
• Production & Quality Logging: Accurately document inspection results, hourly piece counts, and scrap rates onto inspection sheets and production tracking software.
• Tooling & Machine Monitoring: Visually inspect finished components for burrs, chatter, or surface imperfections; alert setup technicians or supervisors when tooling shows signs of wear, chipping, or dimension drift.
• Part Handling & Secondary Processing: Unload finished components, degrease/wash parts, remove burrs, and pack finished components into designated containers or totes according to customer shipping standards.

Physical Requirements & Environment

• Physical: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25–50 lbs, and perform repetitive manual tasks.
• Environment: Manufacturing/industrial setting; exposure to noise, moving machinery, and metal shavings.
• Safety: Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

Schedule & Benefits

• Shift: First Shift
• Type: Full-time; may include overtime.

How to Apply Ready to take the next step in your machining career? Apply today at the Milford PrideStaff Office or call 513-334-4040. Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $19.00 - $22.00 Per Hour