Machinist

CNC Mill Machinist - Job Shop - New Facility - Clean and Climate Controlled - $40/hr - Direct Placement

This role focuses on setting up and operating 5-axis CNC mills to produce high-quality components from a variety of metals in a clean, climate-controlled, and well-equipped manufacturing environment. You will perform regular setups, tool offsets, and G&M code edits at the machine while working with complex blueprints and varying lot sizes and cycle times.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a 5-axis CNC mill, ensuring each setup is completed accurately and efficiently, typically performing one full setup per shift.
• Perform tool offsets independently throughout the shift, averaging 30 to 50 offsets per day to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints to determine machining operations, tolerances, and inspection requirements.
• Run production on varying lot sizes, typically ranging from 40 to 80 pieces, while maintaining consistency and quality across all parts.
• Manage parts with diverse cycle times, from short 3-minute cycles to long 8-hour cycles, with an average of approximately 10 minutes, adjusting workflow and priorities accordingly.
• Work with a variety of materials, including stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, and inconel, adjusting machining parameters to suit each material.
• Perform G&M code edits on existing programs directly at the machine to optimize performance, correct issues, and ensure parts meet specifications.
• Use GD&T principles to verify that machined parts meet geometric and dimensional requirements.
• Perform tool changes and verify that tooling is correctly installed, maintained, and appropriate for the job.
• Monitor machine performance and part quality throughout the run, making adjustments as needed to maintain tight tolerances and surface finishes.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot machining challenges and continuously improve processes.
• Follow all shop safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience setting up and operating 5-axis CNC mills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints for precision machining applications.
• Minimum 3 years of experience performing tool offsets independently on CNC mills.
• Minimum 3 years of experience performing G&M code edits at the machine to adjust and optimize existing programs.
• Hands-on experience with GD&T and its application in machining and inspection.
• Proficiency with tool changes and basic machine adjustments on CNC mills.
• Ability to work with varying lot sizes and cycle times while maintaining high quality and productivity.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to hold tight tolerances on complex parts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, or inconel.
• Experience working with Mazak CNC machines and Mazatrol controls.
• Familiarity with other CNC platforms such as Haas and Okuma.
• Comfort working with newer, high-technology CNC equipment in a production environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make effective on-the-fly adjustments at the machine.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, organized, and climate-controlled facility equipped with modern CNC technology, providing a comfortable and professional setting to practice your craft. The shop invests in newer machines and advanced equipment, giving you the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and continuously develop your technical skills. The environment supports precision work, encourages continuous improvement, and values the contributions of experienced machinists who take pride in producing high-quality parts.

Work Environment

The facility is clean, well-organized, and climate-controlled, providing a comfortable and consistent work setting throughout the year. You will primarily work on newer CNC machines, including Mazak i-600, Mazak i-700T, Mazak 300, as well as Haas and Okuma equipment. The shop is oriented toward precision machining with modern technology and a professional atmosphere, where machinists have access to up-to-date tools and equipment needed to produce complex components from materials such as stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, and inconel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Dayton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical dental vision 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dayton, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.