Experienced Machinist

Avoca Rail Products, Inc - A division of PowerRail - . is a manufacturer of aftermarket locomotive parts, offering a wide range of products. We are North America’s leading aftermarket parts provider, supporting both EMD and GE locomotives. In addition to our broad locomotive line, we also provide products for Passenger Transit, Marine and Power Generation markets.

PowerRail is North America’s leader for manufacturing and distributing locomotive parts to the global railroad market. You can be part of our essential distribution team. 

Due to anticipated expansion, both apprentice and journeyman level employees are welcome to apply.

WE ARE AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY

We offer:

Ø Competitive compensation

Ø Excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life, disability, Flex Spending, 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership with profit sharing

Ø Stimulating work environment with unlimited growth potential.

Ø Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

PowerRail is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer. PowerRail is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now, or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas.

Job Description

Job Description

Earn while you Learn -  Prior experience is helpful but not a must. Ability to read blueprints and use precision tools is a plus.

Essential manufacturer of locomotive parts seeks a machinist to program, setup and operate CNC machine to produce locomotive parts. Neatness and attention to detail required. We are a fast-growing business so we need a person who can grow with us. We offer a competitive salary, health benefits, and paid time off for this full time, first shift position.

• Program, set up, and operate CNC horizontal and vertical milling centers and CNC lathes from drawings or blueprints.
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Stop machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences.
• Check to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
• Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
• Familiarity with FANUC, FADAL and/or SIEMANS controllers preferred.
• Knowledge of conventional machines a plus.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

Qualifications

• A good teammate (works well with others), good work ethic (we need you here!), good attitude (looks for the positive in situations), self-starter (looks to see what needs to be done next). 
• Reliable, accountable, able to work independently
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Quality and Detail focused.
• SALARY NEGOTIABLE depending on experience and ability.

Additional Information

SALARY NEGOTIABLE depending on experience and ability.

Great Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

Hours: Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm

WE ARE AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY – Join the PowerRail Team today!