Maintenance Shop Machinist (CNC) Amsted Rail is the world's leading provider of fully integrated bogie systems for the heavy haul freight market, with facilities spanning 40 locations across 10 countries and 6 continents. Through our state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, Amsted Rail is redefining industry standards for innovation and technology, providing customers worldwide with unmatched performance and reliability for the long haul. As an employee-owned company, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit, and through competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and internal advancement opportunities, you will have the chance to create a career you can be proud of. Amsted Rail in Granite City, Illinois has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Shop Machinist with a CNC designation. This position will be train on day or afternoon shift, after training the shift will depend on union seniority. This position is responsible for the set-up and operation of numeric control/CNC machines and machining centers for diversified production work, while ensuring tolerances and specifications are maintained.

Who you are:

• 2 years' experience in a manufacturing position preferred
• Machining Technology certification from SWIC or equivalent trade/vocational school
• High School Diploma/GED or international equivalent
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings/sketches
• Proficient in basic math and reading skills
• Understanding of the Cartesian coordinate system (X-Y axis)
• Knowledge of geometric tolerancing and basic machine shop practices
• Skilled in use of micrometers and precision measuring gages
• Self-motivated, safety-focused, and able to work independently What you will do:
• Set up and run NC/CNC machines for a variety of parts using engineering drawings
• Change machine tools as necessary
• Inspect parts to required tolerances/specifications per in-process inspection, drawings, and visual requirements
• Finish parts to meet quality standards
• Operate hoist/overhead crane/forklift to position castings
• Use hand/pneumatic tools as needed
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor assembly functions
• Maintain acceptable production levels and report equipment/material problems
• Make program changes and operate a laser tracker
• Record data/metrics via paper or computer, including time and labor reporting
• Document defects properly and perform general laboring activities
• Work safely and maintain a clean work environment

Safety, Quality, and Training:

• Always demonstrate awareness of safety requirements and wear appropriate PPE
• Machine and inspect castings to required tolerances and specifications
• Accept training and coaching from supervision and machining resources What we offer you: The hourly salary for the two open positions would be either $31.

12 and/or $...