CNC Set-Up Machinist - 2nd Shift

Pyrotek • Aurora, OH

2d

About The Position

This hands-on position sets up and operates CNC mills and lathes, creates and modifies programs, troubleshoots machining challenges, and ensures finished parts meet demanding quality specifications. The role also trains team members, improves production efficiency, and maintains safe and reliable machining operations. The shift is Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. The position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus, paid as $750 at 90 days and $750 at 180 days.

The machinist independently sets up and operates CNC equipment, writes and edits programs at the machine, interprets blueprints and production orders, inspects parts, selects tooling, and makes machining adjustments. The role supports program version control, continuous improvement, teammate training, and compliance with safety, quality, and operating procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/TASC, plus at least five years of CNC machining experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes with minimal supervision.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and production orders.
• Working knowledge of machining theory, tooling, offsets, program editing, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to write and modify CNC programs and produce parts to specified tolerances.
• Experience performing inspections and using calibrated measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting, mathematical reasoning, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and help train and develop fellow machinists.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, reach, and use hands and fingers for precise work.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Accredited certification in CNC machining and programming.
• Working knowledge of GibbsCAM software.
• Experience using Cimco DNC software for CNC program management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, barcode scanners, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to support efficient production and consistent part quality.
• Write, edit, and modify CNC programs at the machine to improve efficiency, optimize cutting paths, and reduce cycle times.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and production orders to manufacture parts with multiple dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Perform first-piece and final inspections using calibrated measuring instruments and maintain required documentation and quality records.
• Select appropriate tooling, troubleshoot material and tooling failures, identify drawing discrepancies, and make necessary machining adjustments.
• Assist machinists with machine setups, programming, blueprint interpretation, quality procedures, and efficient operating techniques.
• Manage CNC program versions using Cimco DNC software and help ensure programs remain accurate and controlled.
• Identify opportunities to improve machining processes, tooling, cycle times, and productivity in collaboration with Engineering, Quality, vendors, and fellow machinists.
• Follow safety requirements, applicable ISO management system standards, and established quality and operating procedures.

Benefits

• $1,500 sign-on bonus: $750 at 90 days and $750 at 180 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED