Cnc Machinist

Job Title: CNC Machinist / CNC Programmer Job Description

This hands-on role combines CNC programming and machining to support the full manufacturing process from program development through setup, first-piece verification, production, and final inspection. You will develop and refine CNC programs, perform complex setups and changeovers, troubleshoot machining issues, and ensure that components are produced safely, efficiently, and to exact specifications. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working on the manufacturing floor, solving technical problems, and applying both programming knowledge and practical machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for production components to meet quality, throughput, and cost targets.

• Translate engineering drawings, specifications, and dimensional requirements into effective machining processes and CNC programs.

• Determine appropriate machining sequences, tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, offsets, and cutting parameters for each job.

• Modify existing CNC programs to improve quality, repeatability, cycle time, tool life, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

• Troubleshoot CNC programs and machining processes when dimensional, tooling, surface finish, or production issues occur.

• Maintain and revise existing CNC programs as products, tooling, equipment, or manufacturing requirements change.

• Perform program prove-outs and complete first-piece production runs before releasing work for routine manufacturing.

• Independently perform CNC machine setups, changeovers, and tooling changes for a variety of parts and operations.

• Set and adjust work offsets and tool offsets to achieve required dimensions and tolerances.

• Select and properly use cutting tools, tool holders, fixtures, inserts, boring bars, and other machining accessories.

• Operate CNC equipment to verify programs, establish stable machining processes, troubleshoot problems, and support production needs.

• Monitor machining performance during production and make appropriate adjustments to maintain part quality and throughput.

• Support CNC operators with complex setups, program adjustments, and machining issues on the shop floor.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, dimensions, and tolerances to ensure accurate part production.

• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment to verify compliance with specifications.

• Use calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, scales, and other precision measuring tools accurately and consistently.

• Identify dimensional variation and determine whether corrections should be made through tooling changes, offsets, setup adjustments, programming edits, or other machining changes.

• Produce components that consistently meet established quality specifications and documentation requirements.

• Collaborate with manufacturing leadership, engineering, quality, and production employees to resolve machining and manufacturability issues.

• Identify opportunities to improve machining processes, setup efficiency, tool life, cycle times, part quality, and equipment utilization.

• Provide technical guidance and support to CNC operators on established programs, setups, tooling, offsets, and machining best practices.

• Help develop and document consistent setup and machining practices that improve repeatability and reduce variation.

• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient machining environment and follow established safety, quality, and work procedures.

• Respond flexibly to changing production priorities and support occasional extended hours when needed to meet production demands.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience operating CNC machines and performing setups and changeovers in a production environment.

• Proficiency in developing, modifying, and optimizing CNC programs for production components.

• Ability to translate engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T into effective machining processes and CNC programs.

• Strong understanding of machining sequences, tooling selection, workholding methods, speeds, feeds, offsets, and cutting parameters.

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot CNC programs and machining processes related to dimensional accuracy, tooling performance, surface finish, and production issues.

• Ability to independently perform CNC machine setups, changeovers, and tooling changes.

• Skill in setting and adjusting work offsets and tool offsets to achieve precise dimensions and tolerances.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, dimensions, and tolerances.

• Experience performing first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment.

• Competent use of calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, scales, and other precision measuring tools.

• Ability to identify dimensional variation and determine appropriate corrections through tooling, offsets, setup, or programming changes.

• Commitment to producing components that consistently meet established quality specifications.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and production teams.

• Ability to maintain an organized, safe, and efficient machining environment and follow established safety and quality procedures.

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements, lift up to 50 pounds, and work safely around operating manufacturing equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting CNC operators with complex setups, program verification, and troubleshooting.

• Background in continuous improvement activities focused on machining processes, setup efficiency, tool life, cycle times, and equipment utilization.

• Experience helping to develop and document standardized setup and machining practices to improve repeatability.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing production priorities.

• Willingness to work occasional extended hours to support production requirements.

Why Work Here?

You will join a manufacturing environment that values technical expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The team encourages sharing ideas to enhance machining processes, improve efficiency, and strengthen product quality. You will have the opportunity to work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams, expanding your technical skills while contributing directly to the success of the operation. The workplace emphasizes safety, organized work practices, and a culture of problem-solving, offering a setting where your craftsmanship and attention to detail are recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility with active CNC machining operations. You will work around operating manufacturing equipment where noise levels and temperatures may vary throughout the shift. The position requires standing for extended periods, performing repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements, and safely lifting up to 50 pounds as needed. You will work on or near CNC machines, tooling, and inspection equipment while following established safety and quality procedures. The environment is fast-paced and may require flexibility to respond to changing production priorities and occasional extended hours to meet customer and production demands.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reno, NV.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $79000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Reno, NV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Reno,NV.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.