CNC Machinist - Automation Cell Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring an experienced CNC Machinist to own setup, programming, and operation of Haas CNC milling equipment, including a Haas TM-3P. Machining is the core of this role. When the mill isn't running, you'll cross-train on a JD Squared XR12 CNC tube and pipe cutter, robotic welding cells, inspection, and fit-up. Training is provided on equipment-specific software and processes. This is a strong fit for a machinist who wants to grow into automation and robotics.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Haas CNC mills, including workholding, tooling, work offsets, tool offsets, probing, and first-part setup
• Create, edit, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs using G-code and M-code
• Select cutting tools, feeds and speeds, depths of cut, and machining sequences based on material, geometry, and tolerance
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and GD&T
• Perform first-part and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and indicators
• Program and operate the JD Squared XR12 tube cutter, including importing STEP files, verifying geometry, and assigning cutting and drilling operations
• Load and set up square, rectangular, and round tube, pipe, angle, and channel on the XR12
• Set up Hypertherm Powermax85 SYNC plasma cutting parameters, including cartridge selection, amperage, and pierce settings
• Support robotic welding cells, including fixture setup, part loading, torch alignment, TCP verification, and weld parameter checks
• Set up and align fixtures, clamps, and workholding for machining, robotic welding, and fabrication
• Assist with fit-up, tack welding, deburring, drilling, and material prep as needed
• Troubleshoot tooling issues, dimensional variation, program errors, plasma cut quality, and fixture problems
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to improve cycle times, fixtures, tooling, and repeatability
• Document setups, first-part results, and process issues

Required Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of hands-on CNC machining experience with a focus on CNC mill setup, programming, and operation
• Haas CNC experience strongly preferred, with the ability to independently set up jobs, set offsets, and produce good first parts
• Strong working knowledge of G-code and M-code
• Solid understanding of cutting tools, tool holders, speeds and feeds, drilling, tapping, milling, and coolant application
• Ability to read complex blueprints, machining callouts, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Proficient with precision measuring tools
• Experience machining carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Comfortable working with machine controls, digital drawings, and electronic job files
• Willing to learn tube processing, plasma cutting, and robotic welding
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• CAM software or CAD/STEP file experience is a plus
• Conversational programming experience is a plus
• Robotic welding, teach pendant, or TCP setup experience is a plus
• Welding, fitting, or metal fabrication experience is a plus
• Trade school, apprenticeship, or certification in CNC machining, welding, robotics, or automation is a plus

Benefits and Compensation

• $60,000 to $80,000 annual salary, depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid training on robotic welding, CNC tube processing, and plasma systems
• Immediate start

Why Work With Us

• Stable, full-time role with a growing advanced manufacturing company
• Hands-on work with Haas CNC, CNC tube cutting, and robotic welding equipment
• Clear path to build automation and robotics skills that are in high demand
• Variety in your day instead of running the same part on one machine
• Work directly with engineering to improve processes and have your input heard