FlexTrades is hiring experienced CNC Mill Machinists for nationwide project-based assignments supporting precision machining and complex component manufacturing.
This role is designed for machinists who can independently set up and operate 3-axis CNC vertical mills, prove out new programs and produce tight-tolerance components from demanding materials.
Position Overview
The CNC Mill Machinist will set up and operate 3-axis vertical mills while supporting program prove-outs, first piece inspections and ongoing production.
This position requires strong setup skills, blueprint and GD&T knowledge, and hands-on experience machining stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, composites and high nickel alloys.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate 3-axis CNC vertical mills
- Prove out new CNC programs
- Prepare CNC machines for production
- Perform first piece inspections
- Support FPI and FAI activities
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Follow setup sheets and routers
- Read and interpret technical drawings
- Machine stainless steel components
- Machine titanium components
- Machine aluminum components
- Machine composite materials
- Machine high nickel alloy materials
- Verify part quality using precision measuring instruments
- Maintain tight dimensional tolerances
- Maintain established quality standards
- Deburr machined parts as required
- Polish and clean completed parts
- Troubleshoot machining issues
- Troubleshoot setup issues during production
- Train and mentor less experienced machinists as needed
Qualifications
- Experience setting up CNC milling machines
- Experience operating CNC milling machines
- Experience operating 3-axis vertical mills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Working knowledge of G-code and M-code
- Experience using calipers
- Experience using micrometers
- Experience using dial indicators
- Experience using gage pins
- Experience using precision scales
- Knowledge of GD&T
- Experience machining high nickel alloy materials
- Ability to work in a high-mix, low-volume job shop environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with 4-axis CNC mills
- Experience with 5-axis CNC mills
- Experience with horizontal mills
- Experience with mill-turn equipment
- Multi-fixture setup experience
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.
Apply Today
If you have CNC milling experience and are comfortable setting up 3-axis vertical mills, proving out programs and holding tight tolerances, apply today to join FlexTrades as a CNC Mill Machinist.
