CNC Machinist 1 - 1st Shift/Machine Shop

AMETEK, Inc.; Smithfield, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a CNC Machinist 1 for the 1st shift in Smithfield, UT. You will assist in set-ups of simple jobs, operate conventional and CNC machines, and help maintain tooling and process quality to meet ISO standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 1 year of CNC machining experience. You will read blueprints, verify dimensions with precision instruments, and collaborate with engineers to resolve production issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year CNC machining experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Assist in set-ups of simple jobs and operate CNC machines.
• Review drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Verify finished parts with precision measuring tools.
• Support with tooling and fixtures and maintenance.

Skills

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Problem solving

Multitasking

Quality focus

AI tools usage

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Title: CNC Machinist 1 - 1st Shift/Machine Shop

Location: Smithfield, UT, US, 84335

Business Unit: Paragon Medical Orthopedics

Posting Date: Sep 19, 2026

Job Description

Paragon Medical, a business of AMETEK, is a trusted partner in medical device manufacturing, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to final production. With expertise across various applications, we deliver high-precision components and complete products tailored to exceed customer expectations.

Schedule

Tuesday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm

Job Summary

Responsible to assist in set-up of simple jobs and operation of CNC equipment, tooling maintenance, and ensuring that all required processes are completed to produce parts that meet quality and ISO standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in set-ups of simple (uncomplicated and straightforward) jobs and operate conventional, special-purpose, and computerized numerical control (CNC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts and fits and assemble machined parts into complete units, applying knowledge of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, and layout techniques. Able to run multiple machines at one time.
• Review and understand blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and set up requirements.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines, such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and tooling pre-setter.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• May fit and assemble parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plate, surface table, hand tools, and power tools.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of assembly, using measuring instruments, such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
• May be responsible to operate CMM.
• Checks for machine readiness to ensure functionality and performance.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Responsible to comply with company requirements to complete essential documentation as required.
• Assure all policies and procedures are followed and safety precautions are taken to reduce the risk of injury.
• Maintain a clean work area and assure safe operation of all equipment.
• Must be available on reasonable notice for unscheduled overtime to meet production schedules.
• Perform and document Operator Preventive Maintenance operations, as needed.
• Assist production in all areas.
• Assist with tooling / fixturing build.
• Occasionally, miscellaneous non-recurring duties may be assigned such as, but not limited to, packing, shipping, unpacking and sorting, inspection, cleaning, finishing, deburring, etc.

Education

• High School or GED

Experience

• 1+ years - CNC Machining experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work with general supervision.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly.
• Ability to read blueprints. Knowledge of GD&T.
• Basic knowledge of at least one machining principal required.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 55,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].