Acme Screw Machine Operator

Acme Screw Machine Operator
Location: Springfield, Ohio
Shift: 2nd Shift (4:00 PM – 2:30 AM, Monday – Thursday | Overtime required as needed)
Pay Rate: Based on Experience Min $16.00
Position Type: Full-time (4-day work week)

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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and technical Acme Screw Machine Operator to join our 2nd-shift manufacturing team in Springfield, Ohio. In this role, you will set up and operate multi-spindle Acme screw machines to produce precision components. You will be responsible for interpreting blueprints, managing intricate tooling, diagnosing mechanical issues, and proving out new part changeovers. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills and a background in high-volume, tight-tolerance manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Setup, adjust, and operate multi-spindle Acme screw machines safely and efficiently according to established process instructions.
• Tooling & Changeovers: Set up and prove out new part changeovers involving intricate tooling configurations to meet close-tolerance requirements.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical or processing problems quickly and implement job and process improvements on the fly.
• Quality Assurance: Continuously inspect production outputs using precision tools to ensure all parts strictly match customer blueprints and process documents.
• Maintenance & Upkeep: Perform routine preventative maintenance on assigned machinery and maintain a clean, organized work zone.
• Team Flexibility: Utilize specialized tools to complete tasks and assist in other functional production areas as requested by supervisors.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 to 3 years of multi-spindle screw machine experience along with a solid background in a factory environment.
• Mathematical Skills: Strong shop math capabilities to accurately calculate dimensions, offsets, and tolerances.

Physical Requirements

• Stamina: Ability to stand continuously (6–12 hours per day) and walk frequently (2–4 hours per day) on a shop floor.
• Strength: Frequent lifting of components or materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Dexterity: Continuous manual grasping and frequent repetitive motions.
• Communication: Frequent speaking and hearing to collaborate with shift team members.