Precision CNC Turning Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Role Snapshot

From first part to final pass, you own the setup, operation, and continuous improvement of our turning-centric CNC work. You’ll bring advanced problem-solving to non-routine challenges, keep quality airtight, and help teammates grow while you elevate throughput and precision.

What a day looks like

• Perform full machine startups and shutdowns; load materials and stage jobs for efficient runs.
• Complete advanced setups, including tooling and fixture changes, offsets, and parameter dialing.
• Operate CNC equipment safely and efficiently while monitoring part quality and machine health.
• Inspect components visually and dimensionally; verify to spec using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, comparators, and gages.
• Adjust speeds, feeds, and machining parameters to stabilize processes and hit cycle-time targets.
• Troubleshoot setup/tooling issues, resolve non-conformances, and diagnose program alarms.
• Escalate discrepancies and machine malfunctions appropriately; assist with minor mechanical repairs.
• Preset tooling, perform preventative maintenance, and keep machines production-ready.
• Document production data and complete all required records with accuracy and timeliness.
• Recommend process and scheduling improvements; implement ideas that lower cost and improve delivery.
• Mentor less experienced machinists; contribute to a learning-focused team culture.
• Modify part programs when needed to correct issues or enhance performance.

About you

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of machining processes, equipment, and tooling—especially turning.
• Proven troubleshooting skills; calm under pressure in a fast-paced production setting.
• Clear communicator and self-starter who takes ownership of quality and uptime.
• Hands-on experience with CNC operations, part loading/unloading, and in-process inspection.
• Fluent with precision measurement tools: micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, comparators, and gages.
• Able to identify/correct tooling and machining issues (tool holders, collets, chucks, etc.).
• Capable of diagnosing and resolving minor mechanical equipment malfunctions.
• Comfortable with conventional screw machines such as Acme-Gridley, New Britain, and Warner & Swasey ("Trucker").
• CNC focus is ~90% lathes; milling experience is welcomed and valued.

Core proficiency

CNC Machine Setup & Changeover

Equipment you’ll run

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)
• CNC Swiss Lathe
• CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC)