Machinist at NSH USA CORPORATION
Albany, NY
About the Job
NSH USA Corporation is a leading manufacturer of specialized machine tools, measuring machines, and
automation systems for freight and transit railways around the world. NSH USA’s machines are used for the
maintenance and production of wheel sets, axles, and wheels on locomotives, freight cars, and commuter
and light rail vehicles. Our automation systems support railway maintenance facilities as well as other
manufacturing industries.
Founded in 1910, all our machines are designed and manufactured at our headquarters and manufacturing
facility located in Albany, New York. NSH USA has been a Made in USA and a Made in NY Company for over
a century. We are committed to manufacturing excellence and support several manufacturing education
initiatives throughout New York's Capital Region.
NSH USA is a member of the NSH Group (Niles-Simmons-Hegenscheidt), an international leader in machine
tool innovation based in Chemnitz and Erkelenz, Germany.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Machinist is responsible for operating a full range of machine shop equipment including lathes, milling
machines, boring, honing and surfacing machines independently under general supervision. This is a non exempt hourly position in the Manufacturing Department.
Essential Functions:
• Produce high quality machine parts in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Work individually as well as with fellow employees to meet departmental efficiency, delivery, and
quality goals.
• Follow direction and take criticism and/or praise in a professional manner.
• Identify, analyze, and solve problems and be able to reach acceptable and workable solutions.
• Exhibit the willingness to make decisions when appropriate but also identifies the proper times to
defer decisions to Management when necessary.
• Perform any reasonable request, within qualifications, by Manufacturing Supervisor, necessary for
the smooth, efficient operation of the factory and consistent production.
• Responsible for the performance of above-mentioned duties with minimum supervision, as
required, to the quality and safety standards acceptable by NSH USA Corporation.
• Reports to Shop Supervisor.
• Other duties as required by the Shop Supervisor or the Director of Manufacturing Operations within
the job scope
Additional Responsibilities:
This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be
construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving
exclusive responsibility for every function described.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• H.S. Diploma required.
• Proven knowledge in Shop Math and in the use of measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial
indicators, etc.).
• Must be hardworking, reliable, honest, and take pride in workmanship.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining high quality performance.
• Must possess proven working knowledge of all types of Manual machine tools, CNC machine tools
and machine tooling (drills, taps, mills, etc.).
• Basic understanding and interpretation of blueprints. Training will be provided.
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience as an entry-level machinist or completion of a recognized training
program in the field of machining.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs on a regular basis.
• Potentially stand for an entire working shift.
Pay: $18.00 - $31.00 per hour
Character, integrity, and trustworthiness are very important attributes that NSH USA looks for in all
candidates.
Please go to https://nsh-usa.com/employment/ to apply. Resumes and cover letters can also be submitted
by fax to 518-462-0371, or by regular mail to HR Dept., 1700 N. Broadway, Albany, NY 12204. Telephone
calls will not be accepted.
automation systems for freight and transit railways around the world. NSH USA’s machines are used for the
maintenance and production of wheel sets, axles, and wheels on locomotives, freight cars, and commuter
and light rail vehicles. Our automation systems support railway maintenance facilities as well as other
manufacturing industries.
Founded in 1910, all our machines are designed and manufactured at our headquarters and manufacturing
facility located in Albany, New York. NSH USA has been a Made in USA and a Made in NY Company for over
a century. We are committed to manufacturing excellence and support several manufacturing education
initiatives throughout New York's Capital Region.
NSH USA is a member of the NSH Group (Niles-Simmons-Hegenscheidt), an international leader in machine
tool innovation based in Chemnitz and Erkelenz, Germany.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Machinist is responsible for operating a full range of machine shop equipment including lathes, milling
machines, boring, honing and surfacing machines independently under general supervision. This is a non exempt hourly position in the Manufacturing Department.
Essential Functions:
• Produce high quality machine parts in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
• Work individually as well as with fellow employees to meet departmental efficiency, delivery, and
quality goals.
• Follow direction and take criticism and/or praise in a professional manner.
• Identify, analyze, and solve problems and be able to reach acceptable and workable solutions.
• Exhibit the willingness to make decisions when appropriate but also identifies the proper times to
defer decisions to Management when necessary.
• Perform any reasonable request, within qualifications, by Manufacturing Supervisor, necessary for
the smooth, efficient operation of the factory and consistent production.
• Responsible for the performance of above-mentioned duties with minimum supervision, as
required, to the quality and safety standards acceptable by NSH USA Corporation.
• Reports to Shop Supervisor.
• Other duties as required by the Shop Supervisor or the Director of Manufacturing Operations within
the job scope
Additional Responsibilities:
This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be
construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving
exclusive responsibility for every function described.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• H.S. Diploma required.
• Proven knowledge in Shop Math and in the use of measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, dial
indicators, etc.).
• Must be hardworking, reliable, honest, and take pride in workmanship.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining high quality performance.
• Must possess proven working knowledge of all types of Manual machine tools, CNC machine tools
and machine tooling (drills, taps, mills, etc.).
• Basic understanding and interpretation of blueprints. Training will be provided.
• One (1) to two (2) years’ experience as an entry-level machinist or completion of a recognized training
program in the field of machining.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs on a regular basis.
• Potentially stand for an entire working shift.
Pay: $18.00 - $31.00 per hour
Character, integrity, and trustworthiness are very important attributes that NSH USA looks for in all
candidates.
Please go to https://nsh-usa.com/employment/ to apply. Resumes and cover letters can also be submitted
by fax to 518-462-0371, or by regular mail to HR Dept., 1700 N. Broadway, Albany, NY 12204. Telephone
calls will not be accepted.