CNC Machinist

Molex; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Infertility assistance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate CNC machinery and produce precision components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will monitor machine performance, collaborate with maintenance and quality teams, and participate in continuous improvement projects. The role offers shift options and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC milling machines.
• Ability to read basic drawings and work instructions.
• Experience with CNC machine operation, tooling, and basic troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery and related equipment to produce precision components according to specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality, identifying and addressing deviations promptly.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and minimize downtime.
• Assist in set-up, tooling changes, and calibration activities under supervision to support production runs.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance process efficiency, reduce waste, and improve safety.
• Maintain accurate production records, including inspections, machine logs, and material tracking.
• Adhere strictly to safety, quality, and environmental compliance standards.

Skills

CNC milling

Drawing literacy

Tooling & setup

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMMs

Job description

Your Job

As a CNC Machinist in our CNC manufacturing environment, you will be instrumental in running CNC equipment efficiently while ensuring the production of high-quality precision parts. Your role supports seamless machine operation, vigilant quality checks, and continuous process improvements to meet production goals and customer requirements.

Compensation

$30 to $35 hourly (negotiable based on experience)

Shifts

1st Shift: 5:10am to 3:40pm Monday - Thursday

2nd Shift: 3:30pm to 2am Monday - Thursday

Weekend Shift: 6:00am to 6:30pm Friday - Sunday, Monday 6am to 10am (optional)

*6% shift differential for 2nd Shift and Weekend Shift*

Our Team

You will join the CNC Manufacturing team, a skilled group dedicated to precision machining and manufacturing excellence. This team values technical expertise, safety, and collaboration to maintain high standards in a fast-paced production setting.

What You Will Do

• Operate CNC machinery and related equipment to produce precision components according to specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality, identifying and addressing deviations promptly.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and minimize downtime.
• Assist in set-up, tooling changes, and calibration activities under supervision to support production runs.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance process efficiency, reduce waste, and improve safety.

• Maintain accurate production records, including inspections, machine logs, and material tracking.
• Adhere strictly to safety, quality, and environmental compliance standards.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience working with CNC milling machinery
• Experience reading basic technical drawings and work instructions
• Experience with CNC machine operation, tooling, and basic troubleshooting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality parts
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a manufacturing setting

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with multi-axis CNC machines (3-axis, 4-axis, or 5-axis)
• Experience with metrology equipment such as calipers, micrometers, or CMMs
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Basic programming or setup experience on CNC machines
• Certification or training in CNC machining, manufacturing safety, or quality systems (e.g., NIMS, OSHA)

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

Our benefits plan includes -

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• may also include infertility assistance
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).