CNC Machinist - Lathe and/or Mill (Setup / Programmer - Job Shop)

At a Glance

• Company: James Tool Machine and Engineering, Inc.
• Location: Morganton, NC (On-site)
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: Competitive (based on experience)
• Shift: Day Shift (hours to be confirmed)
• Overtime: Yes – As Needed
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ years CNC machining)
• Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates

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Why This Role Exists

James Tool is continuing to grow its machining operations to support increasing demand across aerospace, automotive, and industrial customers .

This role is critical to producing precision-machined components in a job shop environment , where versatility, craftsmanship, and efficiency directly impact production success.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up, program, and operate CNC lathes and/or mills
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for efficiency and repeatability
• Select tooling, set offsets, and verify workholding setups
• Perform test runs and make adjustments to meet specifications
• Hold tight tolerances and ensure part quality
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets
• Collaborate with machinists, quality, and leadership to improve processes

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Machines, Controls & Software

• Machines: CNC Lathes & CNC Mills
• Controls: (Fanuc / similar – confirm if needed)
• CAM Software: Mastercam (preferred)
• Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, and standard shop tools

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Steel (mild & alloy)
• Stainless steel
• Additional materials depending on job mix

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What We’re Looking ForRequired:

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience (lathes and/or mills)
• Ability to program, set up, and run CNC machines independently
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Experience with tooling, offsets, and process optimization
• Comfortable working in a job shop / high-mix environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

Preferred (Not Required):

• Mastercam experience
• Multi-axis machining experience
• Experience in aerospace or high-precision industries

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose James Tool because:

• Clean, organized, modern and well-tooled shop
• Variety of work (not repetitive production-only roles)
• Stable workload with steady overtime opportunities
• Opportunities to grow into setup, programming, and advanced machining roles
• A team that respects skilled tradespeople

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: Competitive (DOE)
Overtime: Available as needed

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance (employee + family)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Birthday Off with Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Clean, modern, organized shop environment
• Relocation Assistance Available for qualified candidates

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Apply

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James Tool Machine and Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer .