Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.

Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.

We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.

Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

Are you a skilled machinist looking for a hands-on role in fabrication and machining? As a Machinist, you’ll play a key role in repairing and building products with precision, following blueprints, work orders, and instructions to ensure top-quality results. Using a variety of machining techniques and shop equipment, you’ll be responsible for both the operation and maintenance of tools essential to the trade. This position requires a strong understanding of industrial machining, including various components, techniques, and equipment. Success in this role depends on attention to detail, technical expertise, and a willingness to adapt to project demands. With position levels assigned based on skill and experience, this is a great opportunity to grow within the field, take on new challenges, and contribute to a team dedicated to high-quality craftsmanship. If you’re flexible, detail-oriented, and ready to put your machining skills to work, we’d love to have you on board!

 

The equipment and skills are divided into four different categories: Group 1, Group 2, Group 3, and Group 4.

• Group 1 Equipment: Manual Lathe - Vertical, Manual Lathe – Horizontal, Manual Mill – Vertical, Manual Boring Mill - Horizontal
• Group 2 Equipment: CNC Lathe, CNC Mill
• Group 3 Skills: Surface Grinder, Drill Press, Balancing
• Group 4 Skills: Spray Welding, Line Boring

 

There are four levels of Machinist:

• Machinist I – Entry Level to Proficient in operating 1 piece from Group 1 or Group 2 Equipment
• Machinist II – Advanced ability to operate (2) pieces of Group 1 Equipment or Group 2 Equipment
• Machinist III – Advanced ability to operate all Group 1 Equipment, advanced ability to operate at least (1) piece from Group 2 Equipment, and be proficient in Group 3 Skills
• Machinist IV- Advanced ability to operate all Group 1 Equipment, all Group 2 Equipment, and be proficient in Group 3 and Group 4 skills.

• Safely and efficiently operate assigned equipment
• Read, understand, and accurately execute work orders and quality assurance (QA) standards per job requirements
• Facilitate setups and changeovers within machine capacities
• Secure work pieces and operate stops and guides for proper alignment
• Monitor machine functions during operation to ensure accurate output within tolerance requirements
• Perform quality checks during production to ensure part/piece meets tolerance requirements

Working Conditions

• Sit, talk, hear, read, and write
• Walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Perform duties indoors in a shop setting with occasional work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

• Previous relevant machining experience preferred
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must possess excellent math skills including adding, subtracting, decimals and fractions
• Ability to use measuring devices such as tape measures, squares, protractors, compasses, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, verniers, etc.
• Possess working knowledge of basic blueprints and drawings
• Ability to operate a variety of shop metal working equipment preferred
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in an industrial shop setting
• Possess knowledge of metal plate types (steel, aluminum, stainless, galvanized, etc.), sizes, and shapes (beams, channels, angles, pipe, flat bar, etc.) preferred

Perks/Benefits 

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Rx Coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with Company Match
• Short/Long term disability
• Paid time off (as outlined in the applicable Benefit's Summary) and 7 paid holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
• Employee focused work environment
• On-the-job mentoring and training
• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews
• Employee feedback program
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
• Bonuses and incentives for working safely
• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Overtime available as applicable
• Advancement through tailored employee career paths
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children
• Applicant may also receive additional compensation based on the Company and individual's performances

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

 

AAP/EEO Statement 
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.

 

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

USD $15.00/Hr.

USD $30.00/Hr.