Machinist

Job Title: Machinist

Department: Manufacturing
Location: 531 Old Swede Road Douglassville, Pennsylvania 19518 | This position is on-site, and we are looking for people who share our passion for teamwork. We are better when we are together!

Salary: Competitive starting hourly rate - based on skills and experience

Lift Your Craft to the Next Level - Join American Crane as a Machinist!

Are you a skilled machinist with a passion for precision and craftsmanship? At American Crane & Equipment Corporation, we’re looking for a dedicated Machinist to play a critical role in creating top-quality components for our industry-leading cranes and hoists. This position builds on foundational skills, offering opportunities to expand your expertise and contribute to high-stakes manufacturing projects in a supportive, safety-driven environment.

Why Join Us?

• Craftsmanship Excellence: Work on diverse and challenging projects that push the boundaries of your skills.
• Career Growth: Build upon your existing experience with opportunities for professional development and continuous training.
• Team-Oriented Environment: Collaborate with skilled professionals in a values-driven organization focused on teamwork, safety, and integrity.

What You’ll Do:

Machining & Operations

• Operate manual machines, including lathes, horizontal boring mills, drill presses, and milling machines, to produce precision components.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of steel properties and material characteristics to complete tasks effectively.
• Apply trigonometry and geometry to ensure precision in machining tasks.

Blueprints & Precision Measurement

• Read and interpret blueprints to extract machining requirements.
• Use precision measuring tools to maintain the highest quality standards.

CNC Machining & Tool Maintenance

• Operate CNC machines and create jigs or sharpen tools as needed to support manufacturing operations.
• Ensure machines are properly maintained and workspaces are organized, clean, and safe.

Leadership in Quality & Safety

• Estimate job timelines and manage responsibilities efficiently while adhering to strict safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals while maintaining a focus on quality.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications:

• Education: 
  • High school diploma required; vocational training or a Machinist/Journeyman Certificate is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience operating lathes, horizontal boring mills, drill presses, and milling machines preferred
  • Familiarity with CNC operations is a plus.
  • Proficient knowledge of machine shop procedures and steel properties.
• Skills: 
  • Strong blueprint interpretation, precision measuring, and organizational skills.

Personal Traits:

• Detail-oriented and committed to producing top-quality work.
• Enthusiastic about continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Aligned with American Crane’s core values: “Work Hard, Have Fun, and Do the Right Thing.”

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work full-time hours, including overtime as needed.
• Comfortable working near moving mechanical parts and in varied environmental conditions.

Join Our Team and Shape the Future!

At American Crane, we believe our people are our greatest asset. By joining us as a Machinist, you’ll have the opportunity to hone your skills, take on exciting challenges, and contribute to the success of a team that values hard work, innovation, and integrity.

Apply now and be a part of a company that’s building excellence - one component at a time!

About American Crane:

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is a 2^nd generation, women-owned company and for more than 50 years, has been a trusted innovator of high-quality specialty lifting equipment. As a leading manufacturer of cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment, along with a variety of parts and components for standard, custom, and nuclear applications, we're committed to high quality products and customer satisfaction in an industry where there is no room for mistakes. 

Our facilities feature a 226,000 sq ft combined capacity of manufacturing space and 150-ton lifting capacity. American Crane has one of the largest floor-type horizontal boring mills in the Northeastern United States along with an onsite 200-ton load testing tower. This expanded manufacturing capacity, coupled with highly skilled labor, allows American Crane the scalability to meet future market demands.

Why Choose American Crane & Equipment Corporation? Because we're GRITTY!

At American Crane, GRIT Matters. We put perseverance, heart, and integrity into everything we do. Join a team where your contributions matter, and where growth, empowerment, and safety are top priorities. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. The MOST IMPORTANT thing at American Crane is the PEOPLE! 

Experience is Everything: Our team is built on the foundation of expertise and dedication. With an average tenure of 10 years, our team brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every project, ensuring top-notch results for our customers.

Low Turnover, High Satisfaction: At American Crane, we prioritize creating a positive work environment where people can thrive. That's why our turnover rate is less than 10%, a testament to our commitment to our team members. Here, you can count on the support of your co-workers. 

When you join American Crane, you're not just getting a job – you're becoming part of a HIGH-PERFORMING TEAM: We believe in supporting our team members, fostering growth, and providing opportunities for advancement.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, education, market data, etc
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Wellness plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Holidays – paid time off
• Overtime opportunities & more!

Your career is HERE. If you are looking for a long-term home where you can grow and excel, American Crane offers the stability, support, and opportunity you need to succeed.

APPLY TODAY for an Exciting Career Opportunity!

How to Apply:

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com).
• For more information, contact us at careers@americancrane.com.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.