Machinist

MachinistThis Machinist role focuses on setting up, programming, and operating CNC and other types of machines to produce high-quality parts while maintaining strict quality, safety, and documentation standards. You will work with a variety of CNC equipment, perform routine preventive maintenance, and support continuous production across multiple shifts in a modern manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesSet up, program, and operate CNC machines and other machining equipment, including mills and lathes, to produce precision components according to specifications.Use conversational programming as well as G-code and M-code to program mills and lathes, including establishing zero and reference points, setting tool registers and offsets, applying tool compensation, and configuring conditional switches.Calculate machining requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry to ensure accurate and efficient machining processes.Install and adjust three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers on mills and lathes.Indicate and secure vises and other workholding devices, and perform tramming and alignment to ensure proper setup and accuracy.Load and adjust bar feeder systems to support continuous and efficient production runs.Read and interpret blueprints, engineering plans, material documents, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, and machining parameters, including geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).Verify machine settings and part quality by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample workpieces, making adjustments as needed to maintain specifications.Monitor drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, and thread chasing operations to ensure parts meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.Detect malfunctions and troubleshoot machining processes, including adjusting and reprogramming controls and replacing worn tools as necessary.Adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes to maintain consistent product quality and compliance with specifications.Perform routine preventive maintenance on machines and equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, and coordinate repairs when needed.Maintain continuity between work shifts by documenting actions, irregularities, and ongoing operational needs, and by communicating issues to the appropriate team lead or supervisor.Complete and maintain accurate operational documentation, including production records and quality logs.Keep the work area and department clean, organized, and free from hazards to support efficient and safe operations.Follow all relevant safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations, and promptly report or flag any equipment or safety issues to the appropriate team lead, supervisor, maintenance, or EHS personnel.Participate in training and skill development activities during the initial training period and as new equipment or processes are introduced.Essential SkillsProven ability to set up, program, and operate CNC mills and lathes in a manufacturing environment.Hands-on experience with horizontal mills and multi-axis CNC mills, including 5-axis machining.Proficiency in conversational programming for CNC equipment.Strong knowledge of G-code and M-code programming for mills and lathes.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering plans, material documents, specifications, orthographic drawings, and reference planes.Experience interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) and applying them to machining operations.Skill in setting zero and reference points, tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches on CNC machines.Ability to calculate machining requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry.Experience installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers.Competence in indicating and aligning vises and workholding devices and tramming equipment to ensure accurate setups.Ability to load and adjust bar feeder systems to support production.Experience verifying machine settings and part quality through measurement of first-run and sample workpieces.Proficiency in monitoring and adjusting drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, and thread chasing operations.Ability to detect malfunctions, troubleshoot machining processes, adjust and reprogram controls, and replace worn tools.Familiarity with and adherence to quality assurance procedures and processes.Experience performing routine preventive maintenance on CNC machines and related equipment.Ability to maintain accurate production and quality documentation and logs.Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.Strong awareness of safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations, with the ability to identify and report safety or equipment issues promptly.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr. 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.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga, TN.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.