CNC Machinist
FlexTrades is hiring experienced CNC Machinists for nationwide project-based assignments supporting precision manufacturing and multi-machine production operations.
This opportunity is designed for machinists who can set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, manage multiple machines, complete accurate inspections and troubleshoot machining issues while maintaining production and quality standards.
Position Overview
The CNC Machinist sets up and operates CNC lathes and CNC mills within a multi-machine work cell environment.
This role requires recent CNC machining experience, strong blueprint-reading skills and the ability to complete machine changeovers, adjust tooling and inspect finished parts. Machinists may operate up to six machines simultaneously while maintaining accurate production and quality documentation.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC lathes and CNC mills within a multi-machine work cell
- Complete machine changeovers ranging from simple adjustments to full setups
- Monitor and operate up to six machines simultaneously
- Maintain established quality and productivity standards
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Follow setup sheets, inspection sheets and tooling documentation
- Perform in-process inspections using micrometers, plug gauges, indicators and other measuring tools
- Make tool wear offsets as required
- Complete tooling changes when needed
- Document inspection results and production information accurately
- Verify production activity and job completion using electronic production systems
- Use barcode scanning systems to record production information
- Troubleshoot machining and quality issues
- Help maintain an efficient production flow
- Follow all established safety, quality and manufacturing procedures
Qualifications
- Recent experience setting up and operating CNC mills and CNC lathes
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Experience completing CNC machine setups and changeovers
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments
- Familiarity with CNC machine offsets and tooling changes
- Experience inspecting machined parts
- Ability to document quality and production results accurately
- Experience managing multiple machines in a production environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
About FlexTrades
FlexTrades is a manufacturing workforce solutions company that deploys skilled tradespeople and technical specialists to worksites across the United States. We help manufacturers maintain production, improve quality and complete critical projects by providing experienced professionals who are ready to contribute on day one.
Our manufacturing partners rely on skilled CNC Machinists to complete setups, maintain tight production standards and keep multi-machine operations running efficiently.
Apply Today
If you have recent experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes, apply today to join FlexTrades as a CNC Machinist.
Equal Opportunity Employer
FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
