Mill Operator

Mill Operator

As Mill Operator you will have the opportunity to set up and operate a variety of milling machines to mill flat or curved surfaces on metal work pieces such as machine, tool or die parts.

4-day work week! Monday - Thursday 10-hour day shifts

HVAC climate-controlled environment

Responsibilities include:

• Set up, operate and maintain Hardinge and other milling machines
• Read and interpret blueprints or lay out on work piece to determine sequence of operations and finished dimensions of work piece
• Select feed rate, cutting speed, depth of cut and milling cutter
• Initiate program, start machine and monitor machine during operation
• Monitor tool wear and changes tooling as required
• Compute indexing ratios and set up and operate dividing head to index work piece for such operations as milling helical cuts
• Mount different tool in place of cutter and perform other operations such as drilling and boring
• Operate peripheral machinery as needed to complete machining processes
• Perform secondary operation on parts, such as cleaning and sanding
• Measure and visually inspect finished parts for compliance with drawings and to ensure that parts are satisfactory in every respect before placing on outbound trays

Qualifications include:

• Strong math skills - able to calculate figures and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Knowledge of Mills programming software (Fanuc controller experienced preferred)
• 3+ years machining experience
• 4+ axis machine experience preferred
• High level of attention to detail
• Good problem-solving skills
• Mechanically inclined
• Specific visual abilities include close vision, color, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25 pounds multiple times throughout shift
• High school diploma or GED, technical degree a plus

This role operates in a manufacturing facility where conditions may include exposure to loud noise, fluctuating temperatures (hot or cold), and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position involves walking, standing, and occasional lifting of materials.

What we offer:

• 80 hours of paid holiday time per year
• 80 hours paid vacation to start
• Paid personal days
• 40 hours paid sick leave per year
• 401(k) Plan with a company match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision Plan and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Corporate discount program
• Annual Incentive Bonus Program

We have been in business for over 150 years!

John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt’s manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.

LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.