CNC Lathe Machinist

UTRS Advanced Manufacturing, LLC; Robbinsville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UTRS Advanced Manufacturing, LLC is looking for a CNC Lathe Machinist in Robbinsville Township, NJ. The role involves programming and operating a CNC lathe, ensuring quality inspections, and maintaining the machine and workspace. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience, possess strong mechanical skills, and be effective communicators. A high school diploma is required, and military personnel are encouraged to apply. The company promotes a collaborative work environment committed to quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3 years of CNC machining experience required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Work on CNC turning operations and maintain the machine.
• Program, setup, and run parts on a 2 axis machine.
• Perform inspections for visual defects and maintain traceability.

Skills

CNC Turning operations

Programming and setup

Mazatrol – Fanuc programming

In-process inspections

Blueprint interpretation

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

UTRS Advanced Manufacturing (UTRS AM) is currently seeking a CNC Lathe Machinist to join our team! At UTRS AM, we enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative environment of close-knit team members. As a company, we provide a wide range of leading-edge engineering, management, and digital services to the public and private sectors. We are looking for someone that will support our mission to consistently deliver creative, high-quality, technology-based services to our customers on time and within budget.

This person is responsible for CNC turning operations. This position is located in Robbinsville, NJ in our clean, air‑conditioned, well‑equipped, modern shop. At this location, we specialize in short‑run manufacturing of custom machinery and machine components.

What will you be doing?

This position will be a key member of the UTRS Advanced Manufacturing (UTRS AM) team. Duties include:

• Technician to work CNC Turning operations
• Program, setup, and run parts on 2 axis machine independently (including OD turning, boring, threading, profiling)
• Mazatrol – Fanuc programming experience
• Be able to complete in-process inspections in open setup (mics, calipers, thread measurements) and optical comparator (angles and overlays)
• Be able to inspect parts coming off CNC machines for visual defects and workmanship
• Experience interpreting blueprints, beginner knowledge of GD&T
• Deburr and clean components before & after machining operations
• Maintain traceability on material alloys and raw materials being machined for each job
• Knowledge of cutting tools, insert grades
• Maintain CNC machine, including basic maintenance, and workspace professionalism

What skills will the ideal candidate have to be successful?

• 3 years of experience required
• Must have good mechanical skills and experience
• High standard of quality and efficiency

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Any milling/other MFG experience would be beneficial
• Solid knowledge of shop mathematics
• Must be a team player, able to multitask and prioritize accordingly

• Must be able to work in a physical capacity, lifting and moving heavy objects
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• High school diploma required; college degree not required but beneficial
• Past or present military personnel are encouraged to apply

UTRS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UTRS is a drug‑free workplace with pre‑employment drug testing and background verifications.