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Collins Machine

Wire EDM Machinist

PORTSMOUTH, Virginia

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
1 Sept 2026

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the posting

Collins Machine Works is looking for a Wire EDM Machinist that will be responsible for setting up, operating and troubleshooting Wire EDM machines to produce precision components. The ideal applicant must have a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to read and interpret blueprints for complex parts.

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 has completed six months of satisfactory employment performance.

Major Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Set up and operate CNC Wire EDM machines to cut and shape various precision parts

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

Read and interpret applicable drawings and blueprints 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 precision measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.)

Perform daily, regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment

Ability to read 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

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability and basic Life Insurance provided by company

Supplementary Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life/AD&D, and Long Term Disability available

Employee Assistance Programs

Opportunity for yearly bonus, profit sharing, overtime, and night shift differential

Qualifications

Understanding of Wire EDM process, setup, and maintenance

Understanding of G, D, and T

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

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 precision measuring tools

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations

Must have basic machinist tools

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

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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