CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist
Location: 203A Log Canoe Circle Stevensville MD 21666-2128
Schedule: MondayFriday 6:30 AM3:00 PM
Pay: $27$35 per hour

Hydrasearch a proud affiliate of The Dixon Group is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team in Stevensville MD! We take pride in manufacturing high-quality Made in the USA products that serve the U.S. Government Military and our allied partners this role youll play a key part in optimizing CNC equipment including vertical and horizontal mills. Youll refine G and M code create setup sheets for new jobs and work closely with our Quality Department to ensure compliance with AS9100D standards. Experience with machining castings is a plus.

About Us: Hydrasearch is a U.S. manufacturer specializing in fluid-transfer and control systems for maritime aerospace and defense applications. Since its founding in 1962 Hydrasearch has developed capabilities in hose assemblies valve fittings and customer machined parts often to meet MIL-SPEC and naval standards.

At Hydrasearch we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nations heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What Youll Do:

• Machine Setup:Safely set up and operate CNC mills vertical and horizontal. Install and secure tools attachments and fixtures (work holding) for milling operations.
• Operation & Monitoring: Load CNC programs input parameters (speed/feeds) and run production cycles making necessary adjustments minor adjustments to maintain quality.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished workpieces using precision measuring instruments (calipers micrometers) to verify dimensions against blueprint specifications.
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery to ensure optimal operation.
• Documentation: Maintain logs of production including number of parts produced materials used and quality check results.
• Safety: Adhere to all safety policies including wearing required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 35 years of proven experience in CNC Setup and Operation specifically with both Vertical and Horizontal Milling Centers.
• Technical Literacy: Proficient in reading and interpreting complex technical blueprints GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and engineering drawings.
• Precision Measurement: Demonstrated expertise using precision hand tools including micrometers calipers bore gauges and depth gauges.
• Mathematical Skills: Strong competency in shop math including trigonometry and decimals to calculate offsets and speeds/feeds.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours) and safely lift/move materials up to 40 lbs.
• Safety Mindset: Unwavering commitment to PPE requirements and shop safety protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming: Hands-on experience with GibbsCAM or similar CAM software for program tweaks or full setups.
• Advanced Inspection: Experience operating or programming CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines).
• Tooling Knowledge: Advanced understanding of specialized work-holding fixtures and custom tool geometry.
• Formal Training: Completion of a vocational program NIMS certification or a formal Machinist Apprenticeship.
• Process Improvement: A track record of suggesting minor program or setup adjustments to reduce cycle times or improve part finish.

What We Offer:

• Medical dental and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation PTO and holidays
• Gym reimbursements and more!

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly to the fullest extent required by applicable law The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees applicants or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g. in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)

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