CNC Machinist

Cardinal Staffing Services; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Staffing Services, a Sterling Heights, MI employer, is hiring a CNC Machinist to operate and set up CNC equipment in a fast-paced distribution environment. The role requires interpreting prints, traveler requirements, and aerospace drawings, with emphasis on tool changes and inspection.

The successful candidate will have 2–5 years of CNC experience, familiarity with Fanuc on OKK machines, and be able to manage multiple machines while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of CNC machine operator experience.
• 4-5 years of CNC machinist experience.
• Set up sheets, drawings, and programmer notes for setups.
• Familiar with micrometers, calipers, indicators, and blueprints.
• Able to interpret aerospace drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC to produce parts meeting customer quality requirements.
• Operate according to print and traveler requirements.
• Monitor machine cutting performance and utilization.
• Edit the program at the machine as needed.
• Willing to set up and operate multiple machines simultaneously.
• Perform preliminary inspections with common inspection equipment.

Skills

CNC machining

G and M codes

Fanuc controls

Tool setup

Blueprints/drawings

Quality inspection

Tools

Bridgeport mills

OKK machines

Calipers/micrometers

Inspection gauges

Job description

Cardinal Staffing Services, is immediately hiring for CNC Machinist in Sterling Heights, MI.As cnc machinist control programmer for Cardinal Staffing Services, you will work in a fast-paced distribution environment and be involved in all aspects of warehouse operations including:BASIC FUNCTION: Operators are responsible for the set-up and operation of CNC to produce products meeting customer quality requirements.Operators must also operate and process parts according to print and traveler requirements.Operators must monitor machine cutting performance and utilization.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3 years of experience running a CNC Machine- Operator
• 4-5 years of experience running a CNC – Machinist
• Utilize set up sheets, drawings, and notes from the programmer to set up vertical milling centers
• 3-5 years of experience with lathes and Bridgeport’s
• Must be able to set your own tools per job requirements
• Change cutting tools and adjust feeds and speeds per job requirements
• Be familiar with G and M codes.
• Able to perform minor edits to the program at the machine as needs arise
• Willing and able to set up and operate multiple machines at a time.
• Be fully familiar with common inspection equipment and perform preliminary inspections of your work.
• Capable of interpreting aerospace drawings, parts lists, specifications, and client requirements.
• Experience with Fanuc on OKK machines
• Knowledge of 2 and 3D machining
• Willing to possess or have own tools to perform the job or tasks
• Knowledge of micrometers, calipers, indicators, and blueprints

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Great attention to detail and time management.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Planning, organizing, and scheduling your daily routine.
• Monitoring the condition and cleanliness of the building.
• Must be safety and security conscious.
• Must be able to handle the required lifting weight of up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• You must be able to make frequent bending and twisting movements and be able to stand for the entirety of your shift.
• Standard responsibilities for all UHI employees:Follow all employee rules as defined in the UHI employee handbookConduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner towards all other employees, customers, and visitors. Perform work in accordance with UHI Quality System (Procedures, Work Instructions, etc.).Observe all safety rules and regulations.Follow instructions, identify hazards, and notify appropriate personnel to immediately correct the matter.Assist and support other department functions where applicable.Conduct operations in a cost-effective and cost-conscious manner.Assist in identifying any improvements which could lead to cost savings or a process improvement.Perform good housekeeping in perspective work areas, to eliminate any FOD (Foreign Object Debris).

Available shifts include1st(5am-3pm )Mon-Fri weekends when needed.

Pay: $17-21/hr depending on experience

About Cardinal Staffing Services

Cardinal Staffing Services, Inc. has over 25 years of experience being recognized as leaders in the staffing industry. Founded in Port Clinton, Ohio in 1994, we have grown and expanded into 5 states with 11 offices, delivering custom staffing and recruiting solutions to diverse markets. We leverage technologies, tools, and human connections to create the perfect environments to link employers and employees.

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