Night Shift - Experienced CNC Machinist

Collins Machine Works
Portsmouth, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $25-35/HR depending on experience

CNC Machinist will set up and operate manually controlled machines in skilled precision and bench work in the fabrication, maintenance, repair, and alteration of machinery, machine parts, tools, and equipment. Collins Machine Works has positions open for both day and night shift at both our Fifth Street and Syer Road locations in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Applicant must be a US citizen. Access to DoD facilities is required. Company is not able to sponsor work visa for this position.

Sign On Bonus

Collins Machine Works offers a sign on bonus in the amount of $2,000 to be paid after six months of satisfactory employment performance. Collins Machine Works also offers employee referral bonuses in the amount of $1,000 per referral to be paid after the referred employee completed six months of satisfactory employment performance.

Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions

  • Use precision tools, machinery, and equipment such as lathe, manual milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, band saw, and a variety of cutting tools and equipment
  • Fabricate and shape parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal
  • Properly and safely select, align, secure, and remove holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
  • Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
  • Studies applicable drawings and prints of work to be performed and follows instructions
  • Must be able to determine the proper tools required to perform given task
  • Operates and utilizes lifting aids as necessary to perform work
  • Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
  • Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
  • Ability to track parts and jobs in JobBOSS and Travelers
  • Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner while maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
  • Work overtime as needed on evenings and/or weekends
  • Communicates with others to coordinate work in plant
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Machining Skills

  • Lathes, Grinders, Boring Mills, Planers, Portable Tools
  • Turn, Drill, Tap, Bore, Hone, Polish machine processes
  • Large part machining experience preferred (ship propeller shafting, ship steering gear, etc.)
  • In-place machining experience is desired
  • Forklift and Crane experience preferred

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 3 to 5 years related experience is preferred
  • Language skills - effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language
  • Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner
  • Familiarity with Fanuc, Mazatrol, Okuma, DMG/Mori CNC controls
  • Have experience with maintaining 0.001" tolerances
  • Have a basic understanding of G, D and T
  • Have experience in job setup on vertical and horizontal CNC machining centers and CNC turning centers
  • Willing to work at both Portsmouth, VA locations as job needs require
  • Ability and willingness to learn
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
  • A strong, proven interest in engineering and mechanical systems
  • Read blueprints and measuring tools
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Ability to move or transfer products with an overhead crane
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. at a time when required
  • While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach overhead with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb ladders, and use stairs
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  • The employee will also be expected to spend time using a computer

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Posted 2026-03-29

Recommended Jobs

Behavior Technician (Part-Time/Afterschool)

Autism Learners
Newport News, VA

Autism Learners has a job opening at a competitive rate of pay for a behavior technician to provide applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment to children with autism and related disorders. We are loo…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-03

SMS DevOps Manager

SAP
Reston, VA

We help the world run better At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and w…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-04

Server - Ms. Peaches

Thompson Hospitality Corporation
Sterling, VA

Overview: At Ms. Peach’s Southern Kitchen, every guest should feel like they’re dining at home. As a Server, you’ll play a key role in making that possible—keeping our dining areas clean, organized, …

View Details
Posted 2026-03-30

security systems technician

AMERICAN CABLING COMPANY
Sterling, VA

Job Description Job Description Benefits: ~401(k) ~401(k) matching ~ Health insurance ~ Paid time off ~ Dental insurance ~ Free uniforms ~ Training & development American Cablin…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-20

Lead Electrical Commissioning SME - Remote / Traveler

Pkaza
Ashburn, VA

Lead Electrical Commissioning SME - Remote / Traveler  Our client is an Engineering Design and Commissioning Company that has a national footprint and specializes in MEP critical facilities design.…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-17

Experienced Vet Assistant

Cat Nanny Jess
Alexandria, VA

Job Description Job Description Experienced Cat Sitter (Veterinary Background Required) Cat Nanny Jess is a boutique, highly regarded cat sitting service based in Alexandria, VA. We provide …

View Details
Posted 2026-03-21

AQX S113 - Program Analyst TMT Coordinator - Journeyman - Secret

Nationwide IT Services
Virginia

Program Analyst TMT Coordinator – Journeyman Clearance: Secret Location:  5 days onsite at the Pentagon Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is currently staffing for a Program Analyst TMT Tasker, J…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-24

Outside Sales Representative - UniFirst - Lynchburg

UniFirst
Lynchburg, VA

At UniFirst, we’re a global leader in uniform rental and facility service solutions for businesses across industries - from manufacturing and food processing to healthcare and hospitality. With a rep…

View Details
Posted 2026-02-28

Early Childhood - Assistant Teacher

Montessori Kids Universe of Lorton Valley
Lorton, VA

Summary The Assistant Teacher supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care a…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-14

Dietary Aide

The Springs Nursing & Rehab Center
Hot Springs, VA

Job Description Job Description Description: The dietary aide seeks to enhance the qualify of life of our residents by providing high quality food and food service to residents, visitors and emp…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-29