CNC Lab Technician I – Precision Steel & Metrology

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Munhall (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

U. S. Steel in Munhall, PA, seeks a skilled machinist to support steel grade development and qualification.

You will prepare precision test specimens using Haas CNC lathes, inspect parts with metrology tools, and assist in commissioning new production lines while maintaining a strong safety focus. Responsibilities include operating CNC equipment, maintaining tooling setups, and contributing to quality programs in a fast-paced lab/manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma/GED.
• Experience operating Haas CNC lathes, including setup, offsets, and basic edits.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints.
• Two-year Associate Degree in Materials/ Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or 2 years machining experience preferred.
• Familiarity with metrology or laboratory instrumentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow established quality and safety procedures.
• Operate Haas CNC lathes to machine test specimens to print tolerances.
• Adjust tool offsets and work coordinates as needed.
• Inspect finished specimens using micrometers and calipers.
• Support sample preparation for testing and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Operate waterjet and power tools with safety and efficiency.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and learn new skills as needed.

Skills

Haas CNC lathe operation

Blueprint reading

Metrology tools

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate Degree in Materials/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Haas CNC lathes

Job description

U. S. Steel in Munhall, PA, seeks a skilled machinist to support steel grade development and qualification.

You will prepare precision test specimens using Haas CNC lathes, inspect parts with metrology tools, and assist in commissioning new production lines while maintaining a strong safety focus. Responsibilities include operating CNC equipment, maintaining tooling setups, and contributing to quality programs in a fast-paced lab/manufacturing environment.