CNC Machinist (1st Shift)

Gilder Search Group; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits start after 30 days

PTO 2 weeks

Wellness days

Holiday shut-down

401(k) match

Life insurance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a CNC Machinist for 1st shift in the Kansas City area. The role sets up and operates CNC mills and lathes to tight tolerances, loads programs, verifies first articles, and runs production.

Must have 2+ years of CNC machining in a precision environment, blueprint reading and GD&T basics, and basic G-code knowledge with Fanuc/Haas/Mazak experience. OT is available, and benefits include comprehensive medical, PTO, wellness days, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years CNC machining on mills or lathes in a precision environment.
• Able to perform setups, set offsets, and run production with minimal supervision.
• Blueprint reading and GD&T basics; use of micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges.
• Basic G-code understanding; Fanuc, Haas, or Mazak experience.
• Reliable attendance; authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes to hold tight tolerances (to 0.0005 in).
• Load programs, set tools and work offsets, verify first article, and run production.
• Read blueprints and GD&T verify dimensions with micrometers, calipers, gauges, CMM support.
• Perform in-process inspections, record results, and adjust offsets as needed.
• Change tooling, replace inserts, and perform basic program edits in G-code/Fanuc.
• Work from travelers, routers, and AS9100-compliant work instructions.
• Maintain 5S, safety, and preventive maintenance standards.
• Communicate issues, suggest improvements, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T fundamentals

G-code basics

Overtime willingness

Tools

Fanuc controls

Haas controls

Mazak controls

CMM support (basic)

Job description

Schedule & Pay for CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

• 1st shift: 4-10's Monday - Thursday from 6am-4pm
• Overtime readily available; occasional Fridays as production requires
• Pay: $24.00 to $32.00 per hour DOE

Benefits for CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

• Medical and health benefits start the 1st of the month after 30 days.
• 2 weeks PTO (prorated by start date; resets Jan 1; use it or lose it).
• 12 Paid Annual Wellness Days (accrued 1 per month; carries over each year).
• Paid Holiday Plant Shut-Down (Christmas through New Year) + 5 paid holidays.
• 401(k) match: 50% up to 6% of pay
• Employer-paid term life insurance
• Flexible scheduling with no point system

What You Will Do as CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

• Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes to hold tight tolerances (to 0.0005 in).
• Load programs, set tools and work offsets, verify first article, and run production.
• Read blueprints and GD&T verify dimensions with micrometers, calipers, gauges, CMM support.
• Perform in-process inspections, record results, and adjust offsets as needed.
• Change tooling, replace inserts, and perform basic program edits in G-code/Fanuc.
• Work from travelers, routers, and AS9100-compliant work instructions.
• Maintain 5S, safety, and preventive maintenance standards.
• Communicate issues, suggest improvements, and support continuous improvement.

Must-Haves for CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

• 2+ years CNC machining on mills or lathes in a precision environment.
• Able to perform setups, set offsets, and run production with minimal supervision.
• Blueprint reading and GD&T basics; use of micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges.
• Basic G-code understanding; Fanuc, Haas, or Mazak experience.
• Reliable attendance; authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Nice-to-Haves for CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

• Experience with 4th axis, live tooling, or multi-axis lathes.
  
• Mastercam or similar CAM exposure; SPC or FAIR knowledge.
• NIMS credential, OSHA 10, forklift or overhead crane experience.

Equipment & Tools for CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

• CNC mills and lathes (Haas, Mazak, Okuma, or similar) with Fanuc/Haas controls.
• Inspection tools: micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, pin gauges.
• Tool presetters, edge finders, indicators; CMM support.

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