CNC Setup Machinist

FieldBridge • Hanover, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

FieldBridge Energy is seeking a CNC Machinist based in Hanover, Maryland, to work for a global leader in engineered solutions for the energy and maritime defense industries. The role pays $31.90–$45.00 per hour, depending on experience, and is 100% onsite. The schedule is second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks. Weekly pay and benefits are offered, and overtime pay is available. The posting gives an example of weekly earnings of up to $2,475 at 50 hours per week.

The machinist independently sets up and operates CNC machining centers to produce precision components from engineering drawings and CAM programs. This is a contract role from October 26, 2026, to April 9, 2027, with a contract-to-hire option.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to work second shift Monday through Thursday, 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1–3 years of vocational or technical training.
• At least 3 years of machine shop experience with CNC operation, including at least 1 year of setup, programming, and operation.
• Able to set up and operate conventional and CNC lathes and mills.
• Strong blueprint-reading and precision-measurement skills.
• Working knowledge of machine shop safety and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use Mastercam or similar CAM software to generate and modify CNC programs.
• Ability to inspect parts with precision instruments and document results.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and operate overhead cranes, gantries, and forklifts.

Nice To Haves

• Own basic machinist tools.
• Mastercam proficiency.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up CNC machines, including selecting fixtures and tools.
• Optimize machining parameters and edit programs at the machine.
• Read engineering drawings and use Mastercam or similar CAM software to generate and modify CNC programs.
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision instruments, and document inspection results.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Operate overhead cranes, gantries, and forklifts.
• Set up and operate conventional and CNC lathes and mills.

Benefits

• Benefits are offered; specific benefits are not listed.
• Weekly pay.
• Overtime pay opportunity.

What This Job Offers

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