CNC Machinist

We are seeking an experienced CNC Milling Setup Machinist to join a high-precision manufacturing operation supporting the aerospace, defense, and semiconductor industries.

This position will focus on setting up and machining complex, tight-tolerance components in a highly technical, high-mix manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has a strong CNC milling or lathe foundation, can independently perform setups, and is comfortable troubleshooting and making adjustments at the machine.

Compensation

• $30–$50/hr
• Based on generous assessment of experience and technical capabilities.
• Additional flexibility is available for highly experienced machinists.

2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday

• Four 10-hour shifts
• Fridays off
• Overtime opportunities available

Responsibilities:

• Perform complete setups on CNC milling machines for complex precision components.
• Set tooling, fixtures, workholding, offsets, and work coordinates.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Prove out jobs and make necessary adjustments at the machine.
• Troubleshoot tooling, workholding, dimensional, and machining issues.
• Make G-code, tool, and offset adjustments as necessary.
• Perform in-process inspection using micrometers, indicators, height gauges, bore gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain tight tolerances and ensure parts meet customer and engineering requirements.
• Work closely with CNC programmers, engineering, and quality to improve machining processes.
• Support both new and established jobs in a high-mix precision manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• CNC milling setup experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience with 3-axis, 4-axis, and/or 5-axis CNC milling.
• Strong blueprint reading and dimensional inspection skills.
• Experience machining complex, tight-tolerance components.
• Working knowledge of G-code and CNC program adjustments.
• Experience with Matsuura, Yasda, Makino, Feeler, Fanuc, or similar equipment is a plus.
• Mastercam experience is a plus.
• Aerospace, defense, semiconductor, medical, or other high-precision machining experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

• 90% of employee medical premiums covered
• 100% of eligible deductibles covered
• Company-paid dental and vision
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance

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