CNC Machinist

100Hires, Inc.; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Ohio is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up, operate, and maintain a range of CNC and special-purpose machines to produce precision metal parts.

The role requires strong blueprint reading, precision measurement, and adherence to safety standards. You will troubleshoot machining issues, collaborate with engineers, and ensure parts meet tolerances and quality specifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience in machining environments.
• Ability to edit CNC programs and follow setup instructions.
• Strong blueprint-reading skills for diameters, tolerances, and surface finishes.
• Proficient with micrometers, depth micrometers, and height gauges.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and special-purpose machines to fabricate metallic parts.
• Read blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Select and secure fixtures and tools; adjust speeds, feeds, and depths for cutting operations.
• Monitor machining processes and measure parts to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Maintain safe operations and perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

CNC editing

Safety procedures

Tools

CNC control systems

Job description

Summary of Position: This role is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a variety of CNC and special-purpose machining equipment to produce high-quality metallic parts. The position requires strong knowledge of machining, blueprint reading, and precision measurement. The machinist ensures parts meet dimensional specifications, troubleshoots machining issues, and collaborates with engineers and production staff to resolve manufacturing challenges. Consistent adherence to safety standards and equipment maintenance practices is essential.Core Responsibilities:• Sets up and operates conventional and special purpose machines to fabricate metallic parts• Applies knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, machinability of materials and layout techniques• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations and set up requirements• Measures, marks and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining• Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machine, such as saws, mills, grinding, burning and drilling equipment• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls as required• Sets up and operates machine on a trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings• Verifies dimensions using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges and gauge blocks• May develop specifications from general descriptions and draw sketch of part or product to be fabricated • May confer with engineers, production personnel or others to resolve machining or assembly problems• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.Prior Experience/Skills:• 5+ years of manufacturing experience • Ability to edit programs for CNC equipment• Ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions• Good understanding of blueprint reading with regards to machining diameters (ID &OD) surfaces and simple shapes• Must be able to machine parts to specified tolerance and use simple measuring devices like micrometers an depth micrometers to measure the part• Ability to routinely lift 50 lbs or more on a regular basis• Ability to work in narrow spaces, climb, balance, stoop and kneel• Prior experience working with stainless and tool steel alloys preferredYou should be proficient in:CNC Machine InstallationMachine Setups for Production RunsMachines & technologies you'll use:CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)CNC Lathe (5+ axis)