CNC Machinist (Buskus)

Job Description

Job DescriptionTitle: CNC Machinist
Location: Winston-Salem, NC – OnsiteShift:
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Mon–Fri, OT/weekends as needed)Pay: $23–25/hr + $2/hr shift premium
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Job Purpose:
CNC Machinist/Cell Lead responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting computer-controlled machining systems and integrated machine cells. Leads production activities while ensuring quality, safety, and output goals are met.
Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and adjust CNC and automated machine cells within takt time
• Read blueprints, work instructions, and standard work documents
• Troubleshoot machine cells and automation issues
• Perform quality inspections and track quality data/trends
• Support RCCA and review machine analytics to improve cycle time
• Lead daily cell priorities and meet production targets
• Drive problem-solving and escalate issues when needed
• Perform rework as required
• Support preventive maintenance (air, oil, minor fixes)
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and material handling equipment
• Lead 5S activities, audits, safety investigations, and standard work compliance
• Cross-train and support operator training
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2–5 years machining experience + technical certification preferred
• Blueprint reading, geometry/trigonometry skills required
• Strong machining aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Ability to lead in a production environment
• Self-starter comfortable working in high-variation machining conditions
• Must be able to work around industrial machinery, cranes, and forklift traffic