5-axis CNC Mill Machinist

Viant Medical; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

3.5 weeks PTO

Job summary

A leading medical manufacturing company in Fort Wayne, IN, is looking for a 5-Axis CNC Mill Machinist to support production demand. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining CNC milling machines, inspecting parts, and troubleshooting machining issues. Candidates should have at least 2 years of CNC milling experience, a high school diploma, and strong blueprint reading skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay, day-one benefits, and a stable night-shift schedule.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of 5-axis CNC milling experience or journeyman-level skills.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting materials up to 30 lbs.
• Solid shop math and precision measurement.
• Ability to work independently and follow written or verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 5-axis CNC milling machines with minimal supervision.
• Inspect parts using precision measurement tools.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and uphold 5S standards.
• Inspect parts using precision measurement tools and vision systems
• Hold tight tolerances required for medical manufacturing
• Deburr, buff, and finish parts to print specifications
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and make necessary corrections
• Complete production documentation accurately to maintain full traceability
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and uphold 5S standards
• Support other machinists and assist with training as needed

Skills

5-axis CNC milling experience

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Precision measurement

Independently work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Haas 5-Axis CNC Mills

Micrometers

Calipers

Keyence Vision System

Job description

🔎 At a Glance

Company: Viant Medical
Location: Fort Wayne, IN (on-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: Competitive hourly pay (based on experience and demonstrated skill level)
Shift: 3rd Shift (Night Shift)
Shift Differential: 15%
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Mid-level (2+ years 5-axis CNC machining)

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support continued production demand and advanced machining programs at Viant Medical’s Fort Wayne facility. The 5-Axis CNC Mill Machinist plays a critical role in producing complex, tight-tolerance medical components where precision, repeatability, and quality directly impact patient safety.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up, operate, and maintain 5-axis CNC milling machines with minimal supervision
• Perform tooling changes and manage offsets to maintain dimensional accuracy
• Run multiple machines and manage production throughput effectively
• Inspect parts using precision measurement tools and vision systems
• Hold tight tolerances required for medical manufacturing
• Deburr, buff, and finish parts to print specifications
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and make necessary corrections
• Complete production documentation accurately to maintain full traceability
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and uphold 5S standards
• Support other machinists and assist with training as needed

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Machines, Controls & Inspection

You’ll work with advanced multi-axis equipment and inspection tools, including:

• Machines:
  • Haas 5-Axis CNC Mills
  • Matsuura 5-Axis CNC Mills
  • Mikron 5-Axis CNC Mills
• Inspection Tools:
  • Micrometers, calipers, bore gauges
  • Depth and chamfer gauges
  • Optical comparator
  • Thread, ring, plug, and pin gages
  • Keyence Vision System

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Medical-grade metals and precision components
• Specific materials vary by program and product line

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 2+ years of 5-axis CNC milling experience (or journeyman-level skills)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Solid understanding of shop math and precision measurement
• Ability to work independently and follow written or verbal instructions
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and handling materials up to 30 lbs

Preferred (Not Required):

• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Experience running multiple 5-axis machines
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and 5S environments

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Viant Medical because of:

• Clean, climate-controlled, and highly organized shop environment
• Modern 5-axis equipment and tooling
• Stable night-shift schedule with shift premium
• Strong quality systems and clearly defined processes
• Competitive pay, excellent PTO, and day-one benefits
• Opportunities to grow into advanced machining or programming roles
• Work that directly supports life-saving medical technologies

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: Competitive hourly pay (DOE)
Shift Premium: +15% for 3rd shift

Benefits (Day 1 Eligibility):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 3.5 weeks PTO
• Additional wellness and benefit programs

Schedule:

• 3rd Shift (Night Shift)
• Full-time
• Overtime as needed

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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.