Job Description

NOW HIRING: 1st SHIFT MACHINIST

Monday – Friday | 5:00AM–1:30PM | On-site in Douglassville PA

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.

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? (Check us out on YouTube here)

• 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.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen in accordance with company policy and randomize drug screens during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and work required hours
• Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to wear appropriate PPE when in or around the shop areas
• Willingness to complete required safety and compliance trainings
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations

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.

READY TO APPLY?

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com)

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

What’s In It For You?

At American Crane & Equipment Corporation, we invest in people who want to do meaningful work, grow their skills, and build a long-term career.

The Foundation

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience, skills, and market data

• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available day one

• Generous paid time off with rollover each year

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• 10 paid company-observed holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and technical training opportunities

Role-Specific Highlights – Machinist I

• Start a Precision Machining Career – Hands-on experience with manual and CNC machining in an industrial manufacturing environment

• Learn From Experienced Machinists – Work alongside skilled machinists and programmers who invest in training and mentorship

• Stable First-Shift Schedule – Consistent weekday hours with overtime opportunities as needed

• Variety of Work – Produce custom, low-volume parts rather than repetitive mass production

• Clear Advancement Path – Opportunities to progress into Machinist II, CNC Specialist, or Programmer roles

• Quality-Driven Culture – Precision, safety, and craftsmanship matter here

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.

This position requires:

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.