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Wire EDM Machinist

Company:
Greenlight Professional Services (GPS)
Location:
Chesapeake, VA
Posted:
May 05, 2026
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Description:

Temp to perm

Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Set up and operate CNC Wire EDM machines to cut and shape various precision parts

Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines

Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling

Read and interpret applicable drawings and blueprints of work to be performed and follows instructions

Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task

Operates and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work

Use precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.)

Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment

Ability to read travelers

Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends

Communicates with others to coordinate work in plant

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Understanding of Wire EDM process, setup, and maintenance

Understanding of G, D, and T

High school diploma or GED

3 to 5 years related experience is preferred

Language skills - effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language

Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner

Ability and willingness to learn

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

A strong, proven interest in engineering and mechanical systems

Read blueprints and precision measuring tools

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations

Must have basic machinist tools

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