Machinist/Fabricator in Aberdeen, North Carolina at Spiritus Systems Co

Spiritus Systems is a rapidly growing, veteran-owned small business manufacturing tactical nylon gear in Aberdeen, NC.

POSITION

Machinist/Fabricator

JOB SUMMARY

The Machinist/Fabricator will support manufacturing operations, equipment improvements, automation initiatives, and facility projects by machining, fabricating, repairing, and modifying tooling, fixtures, machine components, guards, and production support equipment to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability. This position works closely with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Facilities teams to execute practical shop and fabrication solutions that support continuous improvement in a textile manufacturing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support, report to, and be directed by the Facilities & Engineering Manager in all assigned duties.
• Operate manual machine tools and common hand tools, including, but not limited to, mills, lathes, drill presses, grinders, saws, wrenches, pliers, files, clamps, and deburring tools.
• Fabricate machine components, guards, brackets, jigs, fixtures, carts, workstations, and custom tooling.
• Design, program, and operate additive and reductive manufacturing equipment to create prototypes, tooling, fixtures, replacement parts, and production-support components.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, sketches, technical packets, written processes, and specifications.
• Modify existing equipment to improve safety, ergonomics, productivity, quality, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues on manufacturing and support equipment and identify when external service is required.
• Repair or replace worn or damaged machine components.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and production line modifications.
• Collaborate with Engineering to develop custom tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and production aids.
• Participate in automation, process improvement, preventative maintenance, and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized fabrication workspace according to company standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years machinist/fabricator experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Experience with shop and production equipment, including manual mills, manual lathes, welders, saws, grinders, drill presses, fabrication tools, and related measuring equipment.
• May be required to travel for trade shows, training events, industry and/or company events.
• May be required to work overtime and/or extended hours depending on business needs.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing, shop, and facility environment.
• Physical requirements may include sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, reaching, and use of hand and power tools for up to and including 8 hours.
• Vision to view printed and electronic text, graphics, drawings, measurements, and equipment details.
• Ability to access information on computers, tablets, and electronics.
• Ability to handle and manipulate items with hands and/or fingers up to and including 8 hours.
• Personal protective equipment must be worn as required.
• In accordance with the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 U.S.C. § 931), the applicant must not have a violent felony background.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CAD/CAM experience, preferable with Autodesk Fusion 360, but other programs will be considered.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, textile manufacturing, or production-support environment.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or preventative maintenance practices.
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings, blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications.
• Experience with CNC routers, laser cutters, 3D printers, or other additive/reductive manufacturing equipment.

WHAT WE OFFER

Health, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance Available after 90 days

401K Available after 1 year

Growth & Professional Development

Unique Work Environment

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Spiritus Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other protected classes.

As part of its commitment to the full inclusion of qualified individuals, Spiritus Systems provides access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the HR Department at (910) 637-0196.