MANUAL MACHINIST

Job Description

American Aluminum Extrusion is recruiting for our next phase of company growth.

We invite you to become a valued member of the AAE team! With over 20 successful years in the aluminum extrusion industry, AAE continues to grow, and we need you!

We are looking for key team members who are motivated and share their desire for career opportunities and growth advancement with a rock-solid company in Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin. We are a dynamic and driven company with significant future growth plans and those plans can include you!

Position Summary:

You'll be responsible for operating manual lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, grinders, and other Machine Shop related equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

Ability to read drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to determine machining operations, dimensions, and tolerances.

Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and machining parameters based on job requirements and material properties.

Measure, inspect, and verify workpieces using precision measuring instruments.

Adjust machine settings, tooling, and workpiece positioning to maintain quality and productivity.

Troubleshoot machining issues, identify defects' root causes, and implement corrective actions to resolve problems.

Required Skills:

Proficient in setting up and operating manual lathes, milling machines, and other machining equipment.

Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality workmanship.

Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving.

Ability to work overtime as needed.

Experience Required:

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a manual machinist in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.

Work Environment:

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to lift and move material or parts that weigh up to 50 pounds.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life and Supplement Life

STD/LTD

Paid Holidays

401K w/match

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid Time Off

Referral Program and Perfect Attendance Bonus

Health Club membership discounts

Disclaimer and Acknowledgements:

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

Full-time