Aerospace CNC Milling Pro: 3–5 Axis Programmer/Operator

Smith Bros Tool; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off

Job summary

Smith Brothers Tool Company in Michigan seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate 3-axis and 5-axis milling centers, delivering precision, inspection-ready parts.

You will read blueprints, enter offsets, edit programs in G-code/M-code, and verify dimensions with calipers and micrometers, working to tight tolerances and GD&T standards.

This full-time, on-site role offers shifts, overtime, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in CNC milling with 3-axis and/or 5-axis experience.
• Fluent blueprint reading; able to hold tight tolerances.
• Strong shop math and a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with controls: Fanuc, Fidia C20, Siemens, Haas, or similar.
• Working knowledge of G-code and M-code.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, adjust, and run CNC milling centers (3-axis and 5-axis) for high-accuracy work.
• Read and apply engineering blueprints/drawings to achieve exact specifications.
• Enter offsets, refine parameters, and make on-control program edits (G-code/M-code) as needed.
• Measure in-process features with calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators to confirm dimensions.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues; perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, well‑organized, and safe work area.

Skills

CNC milling

3-axis

5-axis

Blueprint reading

G-code/M-code

Shop math

Tools

Fanuc

Fidia C20

Siemens

Haas

Job description

Smith Brothers Tool Company in Michigan seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate 3-axis and 5-axis milling centers, delivering precision, inspection-ready parts.

You will read blueprints, enter offsets, edit programs in G-code/M-code, and verify dimensions with calipers and micrometers, working to tight tolerances and GD&T standards.

This full-time, on-site role offers shifts, overtime, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.