CNC Machinist

Put your machining expertise to work on components designed for some of the most advanced aerospace and space programs in the world. Own Instrument is seeking a CNC Setup Machinist to perform machine setups, inspect tight-tolerance parts, and support high-precision manufacturing operations while earning up to $45/hour. Why Own Instruments Inc is the Best Place for a CNC Setup Machinist in Mt. Vernon, NY: Up to $45/Hour + Overtime: Earn a competitive wage based on your experience, with additional earning potential through voluntary overtime opportunities. Three-Day Weekends: Work four 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday and enjoy Fridays off—or pick up overtime when you want it. 100% Paid Employee Healthcare: Keep more of your earnings with company-paid medical coverage for employees. Build Parts That Reach Space: Support projects for SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, ULA, and other leading aerospace organizations. Invest in Your Future: Take advantage of paid holidays, paid vacation, and a company-funded 3% 401(k) contribution. Join a Growing Fourth-Generation Manufacturer: Build a stable long-term career with a company known for precision machining, innovation, and quality. Duties & Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC machines for both prototype and production machining jobs. Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and job specifications to ensure accurate part production. Load tooling, perform machine setups, make adjustments, and verify machine readiness before production runs. Monitor machine performance and make necessary offsets or adjustments to maintain part quality and dimensional accuracy. Inspect finished and in-process parts using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, indicators, depth micrometers, gauges, and other inspection equipment. Verify parts meet tight tolerance requirements, often as close as ±0.0005 inches. Read and understand existing CNC programs to support machine setup and operation. Prepare, change, sharpen, and maintain cutting tools to ensure efficient machine operation and minimize downtime. Operate one or more CNC machines simultaneously when workload and job complexity allow. Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards. Machine a variety of materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, Inconel, Monel, and other specialty alloys. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following company and safety procedures. Support a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing both low-volume prototype components and larger production runs. Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues to maintain production efficiency. Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality standards. About the Company: Own Instrument is a fourth-generation precision manufacturer specializing in tight-tolerance components for the aerospace, defense, and space industries. Working with customers such as SpaceX, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Blue Origin, Rolls-Royce, and United Launch Alliance, the company produces critical components used in some of the world’s most advanced technologies. With decades of success and continued growth, Own Instrument offers the stability of an established manufacturer combined with the opportunity to work on innovative, industry-leading projects. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Own Instrument Inc.