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MACHINISTS / OPERATORS

MACHINISTS / OPERATORS

locationCedar Rapids, IA, USA
PublishedPublished: 9/2/2025
Full Time
31-35 / hour

Machinists / Operators – 2nd & 3rd Shift

📍 Cedar Rapids, IA

DW Products has been proudly manufacturing in Cedar Rapids since 1951. We are looking for mechanically inclined individuals who want to build a career in precision machining.

Shifts Available:

  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
    (Please indicate shift preference when applying.)

What You’ll Do:

  • Operate CNC Swiss lathes, multi-spindle automatics, or CNC turning centers
  • Read blueprints and perform setups (depending on skill level)
  • Make program edits and offset adjustments (for more advanced machinists)
  • Inspect your own work using precision measurement tools
  • Contribute to a clean, safe, and efficient work environment

What We’re Looking For:

  • Mechanically inclined, hands-on problem solver
  • Comfortable in a factory setting
  • Basic math skills and attention to detail
  • Prior machine shop experience is a plus (CNC or manual)
  • Willingness to learn — training is available for motivated entry-level candidates

Pay by Skill Level:

  • A Machinists (Setup from blueprint): $30–$35/hr + $0.50 raises every 6 months
  • B Machinists (Program edits & offsets): $26–$28/hr
  • C Machinists (Entry-level / Operators): $23–$26/hr

Why Join DW Products?

  • Full-time, stable schedules with overtime available
  • Paid holidays & benefits package
  • 70+ years of history and stability in Cedar Rapids
  • Training and growth opportunities — machinist skills are always in demand

Salary range

  • 31-35 / hour