CNC Machinist
About The Position
Join an engineering-driven precision manufacturer producing complex, tight-tolerance components for the aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical industries. This hands-on setup role involves independently owning the CNC lathe setup process, rather than simply operating a machine. The machinist will work with advanced CNC turning centers, including machines with live tooling and Y-axis capabilities, in a precision manufacturing environment. The position is full-time and direct hire, with compensation of $35–$41 per hour based on experience. The schedule is second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of CNC lathe setup experience in a precision machine shop.
- Ability to independently perform complete CNC lathe setups from start to finish.
- Strong understanding of CNC turning processes, cutting tools, feeds and speeds, and workholding.
- Experience reading G-code and making basic CNC program edits at the machine.
- Strong blueprint-reading skills and working knowledge of GD&T.
- Experience machining tight-tolerance components and performing first-piece inspections.
- Ability to troubleshoot machining issues and make adjustments without constant supervision.
- Comfort working independently on second shift.
Responsibilities
- Independently set up CNC lathes and turning centers for precision machining operations.
- Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, workholding, tool offsets, and first-piece inspection.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, G-code, and GD&T requirements.
- Load and prove out CNC programs, making machine-side adjustments as needed.
- Set up and perform turning operations including facing, boring, threading, grooving, drilling, and contouring.
- Work with live tooling and Y-axis machining capabilities on complex components.
- Troubleshoot tooling, dimensional, surface-finish, and machining issues.
- Inspect first articles and finished components using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring equipment.
- Adjust feeds, speeds, tooling, and offsets to improve machining performance.
- Maintain tight tolerances while machining a variety of metals and engineered materials.
- Take ownership of assigned machines, setups, and production quality throughout the shift.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
