Do you have an interest in the gun industry? Come join the only gun manufacturer in South Central PA and contribute to the production of high-quality firearms renowned for their precision and reliability. We take pride in our craftsmanship and commitment to excellence.

WHO IS ELSNER? ELSNER is a fast growing, family-owned manufacturer and machine shop located in Hanover, PA. A few key points to know:

• Our company is stable: We've been around for over 80 years.
• We have a great employee satisfaction track record: Once people come to ELSNER, they don't want to leave. In fact, we employ families and generations: brothers, uncles, sons and daughters working side-by-side.
• We are all about quality: Our reputation of excellent customer service and quality products is built on our company's integrity, determination, and expertise.

SUMMARY: The CNC Lathe Machinist is responsible for setting up and operating lathes to perform a series of machining operations such as turning, boring, threading and facing on metal workpieces such as castings, forgings and bar stock. He/She should be detail oriented and possess strong time management skills. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The CNC Lathe Machinist must demonstrate competence in the following areas.

• Produces quality parts on CNC lathes.
• Loads parts, proves programs, operates controls, sets offsets, performs simple edits, deburrs and inspects quality of parts for conformance to requirements.
• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and set-up requirements.
• Measures and marks dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as a guide for subsequent machining.
• Detects equipment malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine, within capabilities, controls or control media as required to ensure quality of production. Reports all machine malfunctions to immediate supervisor.
• Communicates with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality and other shop employees for assignments and to resolve machining or quality issues.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly and performs basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
• Adheres to and complies with state and federal law, Company policies and safety and environmental regulations within the scope of the job requirements.
• Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials.
• 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.
• Verifies dimensions of machined workpiece with such measuring instrument as micrometers, telescoping gauges, vernier calipers, and dial indicators. Works to tolerance of plus or minus 0.0005 inch.
• Performs self-inspection of parts to verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives including but not limited to Lean. 
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of the Machine Shop Supervisor.

EDUCATION/JOB EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One-year machining certificate from college or technical school preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training preferred.
• Wire EDM and/or 5 Axis preferred. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerance and dimensions.
• Knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication.
• Knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments.
• Willing to run multiple machines independently or in a team environment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently and is flexible in assisting in other areas when help is needed.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Efficiency - Completes work and manages workload according to due dates.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; and can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; and develops alternative solutions.

WHAT’S THE ELSNER WORK ENVIRONMENT LIKE? You will want to work with ELSNER, not only for the Comprehensive Benefits Package, but because you will be part of a work culture that is second to none! At ELSNER you'll receive opportunity for advancement and an ability to work with highly-experienced professionals who offer mentorship.

What are you waiting for? ….Apply today and let’s get to know each other!