MACHINE SHOP SPECIALIST

Build what moves the world At Amsted Rail, we design and manufacture with precision. As our senior CNC authority in the Machine Shop, you will champion safe practices, elevate quality, and mentor others while turning complex drawings into finished parts. Your impact You will be the expert liaison for operators across all shop equipment—guiding setups, resolving issues, and sharing best practices. You’ll transform CAD/CAM intent into programs that run flawlessly, maintaining tight tolerances through smart tooling choices, solid fixturing, and optimized feeds and speeds. You’ll document processes so others can replicate success, and you’ll present finished workpieces to customers, iterating when needed. Core responsibilities Adhere to safety, ergonomics and environmental requirements defined by Amsted Rail; outlined by the Amsted Rail Health & Safety program. Interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, and CNC code alongside CAD/CAM files. Set up, program, operate, monitor, and disassemble CNC machines; perform precision operations on manual machines. Write part programs, prove them out, and store them on machine controllers and the work order system. Adjust setups, tools, coordinates, and programs to achieve quality parts within tolerance. Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and workpieces; build fixtures to support machining. Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind to spec; smooth surfaces; inspect for defects using gauges and measuring instruments. Present finished workpieces to customers and make modifications, if needed. Develop work instructions and process documentation for machining operations. Conduct Machinist training and evaluation using best practices for developing others. Perform other duties, as assigned. Standards of performance To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation. Profile we seek Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Computer Skills: Must be able to show a basic understanding of computer operations. Completion of the Machinist Apprenticeship Program or equivalent years of Machinist experience. Competent with CAD and CAM Software; ESPRIT preferred. Experience with Autodesk Inventor preferred. Knowledgeable in Mori Seiki and Fanuc controllers preferred. Experience with common shop practices, work order systems, and other machine shop operations. Physical demands & conditions Be able to regularly stand and move throughout the department and shift Lift, push & pull 10 to 50 lbs. Wear department required, employer provided, personal protection equipment (PPE) Hiring requirements ~ Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screening Grow with us ~ Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation) ~401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollar ~ Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 days ~ Competitive Pay: Competitive hourly rate considering prior experience, plus annual bonus eligibility potential ~ Career Growth: On the job training, pay for skill and advancement opportunities ~ Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays ~ Additional Offerings: Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount Programs Amsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action: Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at .