Junior Machinist / CNC Operator (HAAS Lathe)

Job Title: Junior Machinist / CNC Operator (HAAS Lathe)

Location: Parlin, NJ

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Compensation: $22 - $30 per hour

Contractor Work Model: 100% onsite work is required

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Start Your Career in CNC Machining & Manufacturing

Are you a recent high school graduate, trade school student, or early-career machinist looking to grow your hands-on manufacturing skills? We are hiring a motivated Junior Machinist / CNC Operator to join our growing industrial manufacturing team in Parlin, NJ.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1-2 years of CNC, shop, vocational, or mechanical experience who wants real-world training, stable hours, and long-term career growth in machining and manufacturing.

We manufacture and distribute custom industrial conveyor belts, rollers, shafts, bearings, motors, and mechanical replacement components for customers across North America.

No advanced programming experience required - we're looking for someone eager to learn, dependable, and mechanically inclined.

What You'll Learn & Do:

CNC Machining & Shop Work

• Set up and operate a HAAS CNC Lathe (basic Y-axis work)

• Machine custom 1-inch roller shafts to customer specifications

• Read blueprints, diagrams, and measurements

• Perform basic machine maintenance and preventative maintenance checks

• Assist with prototype and custom part production

• Maintain accurate inventory and update computerized systems

Manufacturing & Production

• Help manufacture custom conveyor belts and industrial components

• Measure, cut, trim, and assemble rubber materials and mechanical parts

• Use hand tools and power tools including drills, tape measures, screwdrivers, and saws

• Verify measurements and ensure quality standards are met

Warehouse & Shipping

• Prepare and package customer orders for shipment

• Use shipping software such as FedEx Ship Manager and UPS systems

• Load and unload trucks using pallet jacks and forklifts

• RF scan products and update inventory systems

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused workspace

• Forklift training is provided.

What We're Looking For

Ideal for:

• Recent high school graduates

• Vocational/technical school graduates

• Trade school students

• Entry-level machinists

• Candidates with 1-2 years of shop, CNC, warehouse, or mechanical experience

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid New Jersey driver's license

• At least 1 year of CNC, machining, shop class, or related mechanical experience

• Basic understanding of measurements and blueprints

• Willingness to learn and work both in the machine shop and warehouse

• Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented attitude

Why Join Us?

• Stable full-time weekday schedule

• Hands-on CNC and manufacturing experience

• Opportunity to grow into a long-term machinist career

• Small team environment with direct mentorship

• Training provided on forklifts and additional equipment

• Variety in daily work - machining, production, and shipping experience

• For immediate consideration, call or text Chad during business hours:

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.