Launch Your Manufacturing Career as a CNC Operator Trainee - 1st ShiftLocation: Chestertown, MDShift Hours: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PMPay: $16-$19/hr Start your journey with Dixon, a global industry leader in hose fittings and industrial components. We're looking for hands-on, mechanically inclined individuals ready to grow into skilled CNC Operators on our 2nd shift team. This is more than a job - it's a launchpad to a rewarding career in manufacturing, with training, advancement opportunities, and even a state-certified apprenticeship program.Whether you're fresh out of school or looking to switch careers, if you've got the drive to learn and the dedication to grow, Dixon is ready to invest in you. What You'll Do:
- Operate CNC lathes to produce precision metal components
- Inspect and measure parts for quality and accuracy
- Maintain a clean, efficient, and safety-focused work environment
- Collaborate with a skilled team committed to doing great work
What We're Looking For:
- Mechanical aptitude or experience in a hands-on environment
- Ability to read blueprints and mechanical drawings
- Basic math skills and familiarity with calipers/micrometers
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- A team player with a strong work ethic who thrives in a fast-paced environment
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Hands-on training and development from Day 1
- Access to our state-certified Apprenticeship Program
- Competitive pay + shift differential
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision for you and your family
- 401(k) with company match, performance bonuses, and more
- Tuition reimbursement and internal promotion opportunities
- Paid holidays, vacation time, and PTO
- Gym reimbursements and wellness support
Ready to build something great - including your future?Join a team that values your potential, invests in your development, and celebrates your success.Apply today and take the first step toward a high-demand career in precision manufacturing.The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.