CNC Machinist

The Dixon Group•Stevensville, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Hydrasearch, a proud affiliate of The Dixon Group, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our team in Stevensville, MD! We take pride in manufacturing high-quality, Made in the USA products that serve the U.S. Government, Military, and our allied partners worldwide. In this role, you’ll play a key part in optimizing CNC equipment, including vertical and horizontal mills. You’ll refine G and M code, create setup sheets for new jobs, and work closely with our Quality Department to ensure compliance with AS9100D standards. Experience with machining castings is a plus. At Hydrasearch, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum of 3–5 years of proven experience in CNC Setup and Operation, specifically with both Vertical and Horizontal Milling Centers.
Proficient in reading and interpreting complex technical blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and engineering drawings.
Demonstrated expertise using precision hand tools, including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and depth gauges.
Strong competency in shop math, including trigonometry and decimals, to calculate offsets and speeds/feeds.
Ability to stand for the duration of a shift (8+ hours) and safely lift/move materials up to 40 lbs.
Unwavering commitment to PPE requirements and shop safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with GibbsCAM or similar CAM software for program tweaks or full setups.
Experience operating or programming CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines).
Advanced understanding of specialized work-holding fixtures and custom tool geometry.
Completion of a vocational program, NIMS certification, or a formal Machinist Apprenticeship.
A track record of suggesting minor program or setup adjustments to reduce cycle times or improve part finish.
Experience with machining castings is a plus.

Responsibilities

Safely set up and operate CNC mills vertical and horizontal.
Install and secure tools, attachments, and fixtures (work holding) for milling operations.
Load CNC programs, input parameters (speed/feeds), and run production cycles, making necessary adjustments, minor adjustments to maintain quality.
Inspect finished workpieces using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers) to verify dimensions against blueprint specifications.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery to ensure optimal operation.
Maintain logs of production, including number of parts produced, materials used, and quality check results.
Adhere to all safety policies, including wearing required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).