Machinist at A R Arena Products – Rochester, New York

Join a Leader in Sustainable Packaging Innovation!

At Arena Products, innovation isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. As trailblazers in reusable transport packaging, we are redefining the supply chain while driving sustainability. We are a family-owned business with big impact, serving industries from dairy and produce to health and beauty.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Machinist to design, build, and maintain the tooling and equipment that supports our production operations. You will fabricate prototypes to prove out designs and provide hands-on technical support to both Engineering and Manufacturing departments.

Essential Job Functions

• Precision Machining: Machine parts to specifications using lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Setup & Operation: Adjust and operate specialized machine tools for precision operations.
• Prototyping: Create and assemble test models to prove manufacturability; suggest design improvements or alternatives.
• Quality Control: Measure and test completed units to ensure conformance to specifications and detect defects.
• Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and solve equipment problems to minimize downtime.
• General Support: Produce accessories and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant machining experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficient math skills and the ability to read technical drawings or diagrammed instructions.
• Interpersonal: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: Welding experience is highly preferred.

Physical Requirements & Environment

• Mobility: Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Strength: Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds.
• Vision: Requires close, distance, and color vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus.
• Environment: Work takes place in a factory setting with exposure to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise.

Arena is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, veteran, or disability status.