CNC Machinist - 1st Shift Job Shop

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Sidney, OH

Flexible Shifts Available:

• 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Compensation: Weekly & Competitive Pay + Overtime Available + Benefits & 401k Day #1

We are seeking experienced CNC Machinists with experience operating and setting up CNC Lathes, Horizontal Machining Centers (HMCs), and Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs). This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a precision machining environment and can work independently to ensure quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Lathes, HMCs, and VMCs

• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, work offsets, and first-piece inspections

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements

• Manufacture precision aerospace components to tight tolerances

• Conduct in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring tools

• Make tooling and program adjustments to maintain quality and production standards

• Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues and implement corrective actions

• Monitor tooling performance and identify opportunities for process improvement

• Accurately complete production, inspection, and quality documentation

• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to meet customer expectations and delivery schedules

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment

• Experience setting up and operating CNC Lathes, HMCs, and/or VMCs

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T callouts

• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments

• Ability to hold tight tolerances; aerospace-level experience preferred

• Strong understanding of tooling, machining processes, speeds, and feeds

• Ability to diagnose machining issues and make independent process adjustments

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

• Dependable attendance and a strong safety mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Fanuc, Haas, Mazatrol, Okuma, Makino, Mori Seiki, or similar controls

• Multi-axis machining experience (4-axis/5-axis)

• CNC programming or G-code editing experience

• CAM software experience

• Technical machining education or apprenticeship background

Apply today and bring your machining expertise to a team where precision matters.

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