CNC Advanced Machinist - 2nd Shift

Weiss-Aug Co.; New Kensington, Northern (Westmoreland County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

PTO Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short Term Disability

Group Life and Accidental Insurance

Job summary

Weiss-Aug Co. is seeking a CNC Advanced Machinist for the 2nd shift at our New Kensington, PA facility. The role involves setting up and operating a range of machines to ensure high-quality, engineered components for diverse industries.

You will align tooling, run test cycles, and edit programs to meet exact tolerances. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years CNC setup experience, familiarity with CAD/CAM software, and strong drawing interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of CNC setup experience; manual machining skills preferred.
• Familiar with coolant and cutting oils.
• Able to read technical drawings and follow CAD/CAM instructions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, cutters, borers, millers, grinders, presses, drills, and CNC machines.
• Align tools and fixtures to meet exact specifications.
• Perform test cycles to verify timing, clearance, and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine setup issues.
• Make program edits on CNC machines.
• Read blueprints and layouts to plan work sequences.
• Train and mentor team members as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC machine setup

Manual machining

Reading blueprints

CNC programming

CAD/CAM software

Teamwork & communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational certificate

Tools

Fanuc G/M codes

CAD/CAM software

Measuring tools (calipers, micrometers)

Job description

Description

Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us?

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized líder in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

We’re currently seeking a passionate and skilled CNC Advanced Machinist - 2nd Shift to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be a vital member of our production team, you’ll be responsible for setting up and adjusting a variety of machines to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating lathes, cutters, borers, millers, grinders, presses, drills, and CNC machines
• Aligning and positioning tools, gears, cams, and templates to meet exact specifications
• Performing test cycles to verify timing, clearance, and tolerances
• Troubleshooting and resolving machine setup issues
• Making program edits and adjustments directly on CNC machines
• Reading blueprints and layouts to plan work sequences and tooling
• Training and mentoring team members as needed
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives like kaizen and cycle time reduction.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, technical certificate from a vocational school a plus
• 3–5 years of experience in CNC machine setup (preferred) & manual machining
• Understanding of machine changeovers and adjustments
• Familiar with CNC programming & CAD/CAM software
• Familiarity with coolant and cutting oils
• Proficiency in technical drawings & executing based on the drawing
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Windows)
• Experience with CNC machines; knowledge of Fanuc G & M codes is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, good teamwork & ability to work independently

This position is at our New Kensington, PA location.

Other Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401 (k) with company match
• PTO Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short Term Disability
• Group Life and Accidental Insurance

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.