CNC Set Up Machinists

At a Glance Company: Machine Specialties, Inc. (MSI) Location: Whitsett, NC (near Greensboro) Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on experience) Shift: Production-driven (department dependent) Overtime: Yes (45+ hours per week typical) Experience Level: Mid to Senior Work Authorization: Not specified --- Why This Role Exists This role exists due to continued growth and long-term customer demand across aerospace, defense, medical, and energy programs. At Machine Specialties, Inc., CNC Set-Up Machinists play a critical role in maintaining production schedules and machining complex, tight-tolerance components . This is not a button-pushing role — it’s a hands-on setup position supporting advanced multi-axis machining in a high-expectation environment. --- The Work You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up, operate, and maintain CNC machines Load, edit, and adjust G- and M-code programs Machine parts to close and correlated tolerances Set tooling, offsets, and workholding per setup instructions Perform in-process checks and dimensional verification Troubleshoot machining issues and improve setups Work closely with engineering and programming teams Maintain production schedules while upholding quality standards This role requires strong mechanical instincts, attention to detail, and ownership of the work from setup through completion. --- Machines, Controls & Shop Environment You’ll work in a modern, well-equipped facility with access to: Machines: 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining centers Advanced mill-turn and Swiss-type equipment Controls: G-code based CNC controls Conversational controls (experience a plus) Support Systems: Strong engineering and programming support Process-driven manufacturing environment --- What We’re Looking For Required: 5+ years of CNC machining experience (job shop preferred) Strong blueprint reading skills Fluency in G- and M-code editing Proven setup, tooling, and offset experience Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve independently Comfortable working to tight tolerances Strong communication and professionalism Preferred (Not Required): Experience with 5-axis CNC machines Conversational control experience Exposure to aerospace, defense, or medical machining --- Materials You’ll Work With Aluminum Stainless Steel Titanium Inconel Specialty alloys and engineered materials --- Why Machinists Like Working Here Machinists choose MSI because: Clean, professional, well-organized shop Advanced CNC machines and tooling Challenging, non-commodity work Strong engineering collaboration Steady workload with long-term programs A culture that values craftsmanship and accountability This is a shop for machinists who want real responsibility and room to grow . --- Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay: $26.00 – $30.00/hour (based on experience) Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Life Insurance 401(k) with 50% company match (up to 6%) Ongoing training and skill development Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within --- Apply If you’re an experienced CNC Set-Up Machinist looking for challenging work on advanced equipment, MSI wants to hear from you. Machine Specialties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.