CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Christian Bürkert GmbH; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Christian Bürkert GmbH in Huntersville, North Carolina is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up, operate, and optimize CNC equipment for high-precision production. The role requires 5+ years of experience and advanced knowledge of machining processes.

The successful candidate will collaborate with production teams to meet output goals while ensuring quality standards are maintained. You will perform inspections, document metrics, and support safety initiatives within the manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-volume machining.
• Advanced knowledge of CNC systems like Fanuc and Siemens.
• Ability to perform dimensional inspections.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines for precision parts.
• Document production metrics and KPIs.
• Support lean manufacturing and safety initiatives.

Skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

CNC controls knowledge

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Mathematical calculations

Tooling adjustments

Collaboration

Safety commitment

Education

Technical Trade School certification

Tools

CNC machines

Precision metrology instruments

Job description

Summary: In this critical role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and optimizing CNC equipment to consistently deliver high volumes of precision parts on schedule. You will work closely with production planners, quality assurance, and engineering teams to maximize uptime, reduce scrap, and achieve daily output targets without compromising quality with directions given from the Manufacturing Lead.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex blueprints, GD&T callouts, and manufacturing instructions to perform accurate machining operations.
• Perform complete setup, operation, adjustment, and basic programming adjustments of CNC and manual machines for production runs.
• Consistently meet or exceed daily/shift production goals while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform initial dimensional inspections and in-process quality verifications to verify product conformity throughout the manufacturing process utilizing precision metrology instrumentation. Proficiency in calculating target dimensions and compensation offsets through trigonometric functions is required.
• Quickly identify machining issues, tooling wear, or equipment failures, and take immediate corrective action to minimize downtime.
• Accurately document production metrics, including output volumes, material scrap rates, equipment downtime, and additional critical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) manufacturing systems.
• Actively collaborate with production leads, engineers, and maintenance personnel to resolve bottlenecks and optimize production flow.
• Monitor tooling life, recommend tool changes, and adjust feeds/speeds using High Efficiency Milling (HEM) calculation formulas to maintain production efficiency that aligns with our global strategy.
• Participate in shift handoffs and team huddles to ensure smooth communication across shifts.
• Support 5S, lean manufacturing initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts aimed at increasing throughput and reducing costs.
• Crosstrain and assist in multiple work centers or machines as needed to meet production demands.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.

Requirements

• Technical Trade School or machining apprenticeship certification preferred.
• 5+ years of hands‑on machining experience in a high‑volume production environment (medical, aerospace, automotive, or industrial sectors preferred).
• Advanced knowledge of CNC controls (Fanuc, Siemens, and Heidenhain) and manual machining operations.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading, GD&T, SPC (Statistical Process Control), and in-process inspection methods.
• Familiarity with production scheduling systems (ERP/MRP) and electronic data entry a plus.
• Ability to interpret complex work instructions and adjust processes to meet shifting production priorities.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and meeting daily/shift production goals.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and multiple shifts as production needs dictate.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to lift 50 lb, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, twisting, sitting, and typing.