Machinist I

Posted:
3/31/2026, 12:46:22 AM

Location(s):
Michigan, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. 

 

 

Work Shift: Second Shift. 4:00pm-2:00am

PURPOSE:  

Set up and operate conventional, CNC, and special purpose machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing the following duties. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

  • Set up and use machine equipment including CNC, milling, boring, drilling, tapping, threading, and lathes. 

  • Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and hoists. 

  • Utilize JD Edwards, work order routings/parts lists, and work order paperwork to complete jobs accurately. 

  • Read, interpret, and utilize blueprints. 

  • Deburr parts and ensure quality checks have been done prior to sending parts to the next operation. 

  • Verifies work using machinist measurement tools like calipers, micrometers, etc. 

  • Maintain tight tolerances as required by engineering and customer specifications. 

  • Perform periodic maintenance on all equipment in machine shops. 

  • Utilize jigs and fixtures to maintain consistent quality. 

  • Programs, calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media. This is done with the assistance of the Production Team Lead or a Machinist 2 on most occasions. 

  • Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or supervisor to resolve machining or assembly problems. 

  • Responsible for ensuring cutting tools and drill bits are in good condition and must change out if required. 

  • Program CNC equipment utilizing G&M codes and conversational programming languages, with training from Production Team Lead or a Machinist 2. 

  • Float to different areas within the machine shop, directed by supervisor, to ensure that all machining centers are on schedule. 

  • Responsible for executing and supporting the quality system and procedures in the effort for continuous improvement. 

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:  

  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment. 

  • Machine products to engineering specifications and each Customer’s standards of quality. 

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 

Ability to work with mathematical concepts.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

 

REASONING ABILITY:  

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

While performing job responsibilities, the employee is routinely required to stand and use their hands for tasks involving fine motor skills, such as handling, manipulating, or operating objects and tools. The employee occasionally is required to sitThe employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is frequently exposed to vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

 

INFORMATION ABOUT THE PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE EMPLOYEE'S JOB 

Use these definitions for the frequency of occurrence. 

  • Occasionally means the person does the activity up to 33% of the time. 

  • Frequently means the person does the activity 34% to 66% of the time. 

  • Continually means the person does the activity 67% to 100% of the time. 

 

 

 Activity       Frequency of Occurrence 

Standing 

Continually 

Walking 

Frequently 

Sitting 

Occasionally 

Balancing 

Occasionally 

Stooping 

Occasionally 

Kneeling 

Occasionally 

Crouching 

Occasionally 

Crawling 

Occasionally 

Reaching/working overhead 

Occasionally 

Climbing 

Occasionally 

Stairs 

Occasionally 

Ladders 

Occasionally 

Pushing 

Occasionally  

Pulling  

Occasionally  

Lifting/carrying 

Frequently 

 

Exposure to the following environmental conditions this job requires: 

Amount of time        Frequency of Occurrence 

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) 

Never 

Work near moving mechanical parts 

Frequently 

Work in high, precarious places 

Never 

Fumes or airborne particles 

Frequently 

Toxic or caustic chemicals 

Occasionally 

Outdoor weather conditions 

Occasionally 

Extreme cold (non-weather) 

Occasionally 

Extreme heat (non-weather) 

Occasionally 

Risk of radiation 

Never 

Vibration 

Frequently 

Loud Noise 

Continually 

 

 

 

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

  • Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

  • Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

  • Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

Rite Hite

Website: https://ritehite.com/

Headquarter Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1965

Industries: Home Improvement ⋅ Industrial ⋅ Industrial Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Professional Services ⋅ Service Industry ⋅ Warehousing