We have an outstanding career opportunity for aMachinistto join a leading Company located in theSalem, VAsurrounding area. Assemble, arrange, and maintain production machines. Responsibilities : + Sets up production machines following prints and specifications. + Assigned machines may include lathes, grinders, mills, and similar equipment. + Chooses, aligns, and securely attaches holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and other materials on machines. + Perform machine changeovers and adjustments in an accurate, timely manner on all machines + Study blueprint, layout, or chart to visualize the work sequence of operations, dimensions, and tooling instructions + Applies knowledge of mathematics and instruments to calculate dimensions and tolerances. + Identifies malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining; adjusts controls of machine to correct errors. + Troubleshoot machine /set up issues and correct as able . + Inspects and measures completed production units to identify defects caused by machine setup. + Starts or restarts equipment after power outages or interruptions. + Maintains a safe and orderly production area. + Train others as required. + Actively involved in continuous improvement, kaizen, quality, and cycle time reduction. + Perform responsibilities in accordance with all company standards, policies, and procedures. + Any other duties as required. Basic Hiring Criteria : + High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Manufacturing/Technical Programming, OR completion of a full apprenticeship program, OR successful completion of suitable company training preferred. + At least one year of experience as a fully qualified Machine Set Up Operator is preferred. + Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation. + Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows. + Knowledge of coolant and cutting oils. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttp://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/orhttps://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance