CNC Machinist

Job Title: CNC Machinist Salary: $30 – $45 per hour Location: Newport News, VA Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Company Overview: Founded over 50 years ago and based in Hampton, VA, we are a full-service precision manufacturing company known for delivering exceptional results on everything from small precision components to large-scale industrial projects. We operate state-of-the-art equipment and serve major defense and shipbuilding programs including Electric Boat and Newport News Shipbuilding. Job Details Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment to produce precision components to spec. Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure accurate part production. Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain tight tolerances and quality standards. Perform in-process inspection using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges. Identify and troubleshoot issues with tooling, fixturing, and machining processes to minimize downtime. Follow all quality and safety standards and maintain a clean, organized work area. Collaborate with programmers, engineers, and other machinists to meet production goals and deadlines. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience operating CNC mills, lathes, or multi-axis machining equipment. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering specifications. Working knowledge of G‑code and basic machine offsets. Experience using precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, and gauges. Strong attention to detail with the ability to hold tight tolerances consistently. Familiarity with quality and safety standards in a manufacturing environment. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced production setting. Benefits Competitive Compensation: Up to $45 per hour (DOE). Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the 1st of the month. Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage. 401(k) Retirement Plan. Generous PTO: 3 weeks PTO, 2 floating holidays, plus 10 paid company holidays. Career Growth: Clear path for advancement within a growing organization. Industry Impact: Work alongside a skilled team supporting major defense and shipbuilding programs. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI‑generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr