Job Description
Job DescriptionGeneral Machinist
Location: Paw Paw, MI
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay: Competitive, based on experience
Overview
A growing manufacturing operation in the Paw Paw area is seeking skilled General Machinists to join the team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, can operate a wide range of manual and CNC machinery, and takes pride in producing high-quality, precision components. This isn’t a button-pushing role—we’re looking for a solid machinist capable of setups, making offsets/edits, running parts, and performing quality checks from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up machines, pull existing programs, make edits/offsets, and run production parts.
- Operate equipment such as Vertical Mills, Surface & OD Grinders, Boring Mills, Engine Lathes, Saws, and Drill Presses.
- Perform mechanical assembly, general machine repair, and maintenance of equipment.
- Conduct preventive maintenance, machine parts, and ensure accuracy throughout each step.
- Inspect parts using micrometers and other precision tools to ensure quality specifications are met.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical/electrical diagrams.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Collaborate with team members while also carrying out work independently.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of machining experience (manual or CNC).
- Ability to read micrometers (depth, inside, outside) and perform accurate measurements.
- Understanding mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
- Strong communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Ability to set up machines and confidently run parts (not a basic operator role).
- Basic computer literacy and solid math skills.
- Ability to lift 50–75 lbs. and handle shop-floor physical demands.
- Reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, and able to multitask.
- A willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
- Must provide your own tools (list provided at the interview).
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
About NCW:
At NCW, we do our best to provide the brightest talent to the best companies across the country. Founded in 2000 our company’s purpose was to redefine the way people think about contract staffing. People come first in our business. Our services are refined with in-depth expertise in our industry verticals, construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering. We care about finding solutions that benefit everyone involved: our clients, our candidates, and our workforce.
NCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are important components of our culture and hiring practices. NCW is an employer and business partner dedicated to elevating the quality of life of our employees, clients, and communities.
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