CNC Machinist

Keel; Merrill (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship

Job summary

Keel is seeking a CNC Machinist to operate CNC machines in a job shop, manufacturing tight-tolerance components from blueprints. On-the-job training is provided as needed.

You will set up and run complex operations, adjust speeds and feeds, and ensure parts meet specifications. The role offers day, night, and weekend shifts with applicable differential and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree in Machine Tool preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in a machine tool environment.
• Experience with GD&T and reading blueprints.
• Proficient in operating CNC machines and programming adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced setup operations and adjust tools per provided programs.
• Operate CNC machine tools to perform complex machining operations.
• Check parts for conformance to specifications.
• Work from programming instructions and setup data to define tool arrangements and calibrations.
• May run more than one unit simultaneously.

Skills

Reading blueprints

CNC machine operation

GD&T understanding

Programming adjustments

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in Machine Tool

Tools

CNC machines

GD&T

Blueprints

Programming

Job description

Description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission

As a CNC Machinist for Keel, you will be responsible for operating CNC Machines in a job shop setting to manufacture complex, tightly tolerance components ranging from small to large from print and to exacting quality and delivery deadlines. On the job training is provided as needed.

Available Shifts

Day Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm

Night Shift: Monday - Thursday 4:15 pm to 4:45 am (Shift differential does apply)

Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday 5:00 am to 5:00 pm (Shift differential does apply)

Explore The Depth Of The Role

• Performs advanced setup operations and adjusts machine tools to perform operations from provided programs.


• Adjusts and checks out programming.


• Operates CNC machine tools to perform complex series of progressive machining operations on a diverse line of work.


• Adjusts speeds and feeds during operation.


• Works from programming instructions, operational data, and machine setup instructions defining and coding tool arrangements, material clamping methods, machine calibrations, and console settings for operations such as bore, mill, drill, face, thread, and occasional profiling and contouring.


• Check parts for conformance to specifications.


• May run more than one unit simultaneously


• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Mission Readiness:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.


• An Associates degree in Machine Tool preferred.


• Specific evidence of supervisory training.


• Two (2) to five (5) years of experience in related position in the machine tool industry.


• Job Shop or Prototype experience.


• Experience in machining for a very diverse industry base such as: Mining, Aviation, Defense, Rail, Shipbuilding, Heavy Equipment, Gas & Oil and Machine Building.


• Experience in machining large and complex work.


• Ability to work from blueprints, sketches, and written specifications.


• Knowledge of GD&T

Travel Requirements

• Minimal

Physical Requirements

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.


• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards


• Embody Team Spirit


• Relentless Customer Focus


• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism


• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

What Keel Will Build For You

• Comprehensive Benefit Package


• Competitive Pay


• 401(k) Match


• HSA/FSA


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off


• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities


• Shift Differentials


• Overtime Potential


• Paid on the Job Training


• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities


• Committed to Individual Career Growth


• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Need Assistance?

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans