CNC Machinist

Laborup Manufacturing; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health care

Advanced CNC equipment

Independent machining and ownership of

On-site training and cross-training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Laborup Manufacturing is seeking experienced CNC Machinists to join a growing precision shop in Franklin, TN. The role focuses on setup, operation, and process control across 3-, 4-, and true 5-axis machines including DMG and Makino.

Expect hands-on onboarding, independent work, and a long-term career path in a high-mix, low-volume environment. Highlights include company-paid medical coverage, advanced equipment, on-site training, and opportunities for skill growth through cross-training.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of CNC milling and/or lathe experience
• Independent CNC setup experience
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Experience holding tight tolerances
• Precision measuring tool experience
• Basic CMM inspection experience
• Hands-on 5-axis machining experience preferred
• ISO 9001 manufacturing experience beneficial

Responsibilities

• CNC Setups: Perform independent machine setups and fixture changeovers
• Machine Operation: Operate multiple CNC machines throughout the shift
• Process Adjustments: Make tool wear offsets and machining adjustments as needed
• Quality Inspection: Complete first-piece and in-process inspections
• Precision Measurement: Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment
• Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and detailed work instructions
• Production Documentation: Accurately record inspection results and production information
• Machine Readiness: Maintain coolant, lubrication, tooling, and general machine readiness

Skills

CNC milling/lathe

Independent setups

Blueprint reading

Tight tolerances

Precision measuring tools

CMM inspection

GD&T

5-axis machining

Education

Technical or trade school education

Tools

DMG

Makino

Mikron

Robodrill

Job description

Overview

We're hiring experienced CNC Machinists to join a growing precision manufacturing operation.

This is a clean, modern, highly professional shop running advanced 3-, 4-, and true 5-axis CNC equipment, including DMG, Makinos and more. Candidates who visit the facility regularly come away impressed by the quality of the operation, the equipment, and the overall working environment.

The company and the industry it serves are experiencing sustained growth, and the business continues to invest in both new equipment and skilled people to support that expansion.

You'll receive meaningful hands-on training to get you quickly up to speed on the operation, processes, and equipment. From there, you'll be trusted to work independently, setting up your machines, making adjustments, verifying quality, and owning the machining process throughout your shift.

This is a high-mix, low-volume environment, so the work stays varied. You won't spend every day standing at the same machine running the same part.

Role Highlights

• 100% paid healthcare: Company-paid medical coverage
• Advanced CNC equipment: True 5-axis mills, horizontal machining centers, DMGs, Makinos, and more
• Independent machining: Own setups, fixture changes, offsets, quality checks, and first articles
• Training & growth: Build your skills through hands-on onboarding and cross-training
• Excellent work environment: Clean, modern, organized, and professionally run facility
• Long-term growth: Expanding manufacturer continuing to invest in people, technology, and production capacity

Compensation

• $75,000 - 85,000 / yr annual
• After shift differential and schedule
• 100% company-paid medical care

Shift

• 2nd Shift
• Monday-Friday
• 10 hour / day schedule

Responsibilities

• CNC Setups: Perform independent machine setups and fixture changeovers
• Machine Operation: Operate multiple CNC machines throughout the shift
• Process Adjustments: Make tool wear offsets and machining adjustments as needed
• Quality Inspection: Complete first-piece and in-process inspections
• Precision Measurement: Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment
• Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and detailed work instructions
• Production Documentation: Accurately record inspection results and production information
• Machine Readiness: Maintain coolant, lubrication, tooling, and general machine readiness

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of CNC milling and/or lathe experience
• Independent CNC setup experience
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Experience holding tight tolerances
• Precision measuring tool experience
• Basic CMM inspection experience
• Reliable attendance

Preferred

• Experience in high-precision manufacturing environments
• Hands-on 5-axis machining experience
• DMG, Makino, Mikron, or Robodrill experience
• Strong GD&T knowledge
• ISO 9001 manufacturing experience
• Technical or trade school education
• Stable employment history

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical coverage
• Vision and dental coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Extensive on-site training
• Cross-training and career development opportunities