CNC Machine Operator (10-Hour Shifts) - Path to Machinist

NSK; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

NSK is seeking a skilled machinist to operate and set up CNC lathes and milling machines, read blueprints, and verify parts to tight tolerances in a 10-hour shift.

Qualified candidates will have 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, strong measurement skills with calipers and micrometers, and the ability to translate drawings into machine setups and adjustments. Overtime Fridays and double time Saturdays apply.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years manufacturing experience preferred (required).
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CNC experience and ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathes and milling machines to produce parts per drawings.
• Set up and adjust machines to meet specifications.
• Inspect parts exiting the machine for conformance.
• Read and interpret machining drawings and specs.
• Sharpen tools and set up tooling for cycles.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Lathe operation

Milling operation

Reading drawings

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Caliper

Micrometers

Height gauge

Depth micrometer

ID micrometer

Slant gauges

Job description

NSK is seeking a skilled machinist to operate and set up CNC lathes and milling machines, read blueprints, and verify parts to tight tolerances in a 10-hour shift.

Qualified candidates will have 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, strong measurement skills with calipers and micrometers, and the ability to translate drawings into machine setups and adjustments. Overtime Fridays and double time Saturdays apply.