CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Evolving Solution Services; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% Company Retirement Contribution

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision,

Life Insurance with minimal employee贡献

Job summary

SAPA Transmission is hiring a CNC Machinist for the 2nd shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM) in Shelby Township, MI. You will operate CNC centers, assist with setups, read blueprints, and ensure precision quality on U.S. Army vehicle components.

Join a high-precision production team and grow CNC skills in tooling, setup, and troubleshooting within a modern, air-conditioned facility offering a 5% shift premium and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience operating CNC machines and assisting with basic setups, tooling, and tool offsets
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Basic understanding of GD&T and machining tolerances
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Basic understanding of G-Code and CNC programs
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Ability to follow all applicable safety requirements and machining procedures
• Willingness to learn and develop advanced CNC machining skills

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining centers, mills, lathes, and mill-turn equipment with guidance from Senior CNC Machinists
• Assist Senior Machinists with machine setups, tooling, workholding, offsets, and production changeovers
• Review and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and production specifications
• Operate CNC equipment using Fanuc, Mazatrol, and/or Siemens Sinumerik controls
• Monitor machining operations and make basic tool offset and cutter compensation adjustments as directed
• Monitor tool condition and wear and replace tooling as needed
• Perform in-process and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
• Identify and report dimensional, tooling, machine, or quality issues to the Senior Machinist or Supervisor
• Perform routine machine care, including cleaning, lubrication, chip removal, and basic preventative maintenance
• Assist Senior Machinists with troubleshooting machining and production issues
• Develop knowledge of CNC programs, tooling, feeds and speeds, and machining processes
• Follow established manufacturing processes, safety procedures, quality requirements, and work instructions
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records
• Work closely with Senior Machinists, CNC Programmers, Engineers, Production Planners, and other team members to meet production requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities
• Continue developing skills in CNC setup, troubleshooting, tooling, and advanced machining operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measuring

G-code

Teamwork

Safety

Education

Technical certification or associate degree in machining

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mazatrol controls

Siemens Sinumerik controls

Makino machines

Mazak machines

Heller machines

Job description

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CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

FullTime Technical Shelby Township, MI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1303

SAPA Transmission is seeking a motivated CNC Machinist to join our 2nd Shift manufacturing team. In this role, you'll support the production of high-precision transmission components used in U.S. Army tracked vehicles, working alongside experienced Senior CNC Machinists while continuing to develop your machining skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a machinist with foundational CNC experience who is looking to expand your knowledge of CNC setup, tooling, troubleshooting, and advanced machining operations in a highly technical manufacturing environment.

Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Shift Premium: Additional 5% pay

Why Join SAPA Transmission?

• Work on components used in U.S. Army military vehicles
• Competitive pay plus 5% shift premium
• Clean, air-conditioned manufacturing facility
• Advanced CNC machining environment with industry-leading equipment
• Strong retirement contribution and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to learn from experienced Senior CNC Machinists and grow your career

What You'll Do

• Operate CNC machining centers, mills, lathes, and mill-turn equipment with guidance from Senior CNC Machinists.
• Assist Senior Machinists with machine setups, tooling, workholding, offsets, and production changeovers.
• Review and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and production specifications.
• Operate CNC equipment using Fanuc, Mazatrol, and/or Siemens Sinumerik controls.
• Monitor machining operations and make basic tool offset and cutter compensation adjustments as directed.
• Monitor tool condition and wear and replace tooling as needed.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Identify and report dimensional, tooling, machine, or quality issues to the Senior Machinist or Supervisor.
• Perform routine machine care, including cleaning, lubrication, chip removal, and basic preventative maintenance.
• Assist Senior Machinists with troubleshooting machining and production issues.
• Develop knowledge of CNC programs, tooling, feeds and speeds, and machining processes.
• Follow established manufacturing processes, safety procedures, quality requirements, and work instructions.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
• Work closely with Senior Machinists, CNC Programmers, Engineers, Production Planners, and other team members to meet production requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities.
• Continue developing skills in CNC setup, troubleshooting, tooling, and advanced machining operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating CNC machines and assisting with basic setups, tooling, and tool offsets.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Basic understanding of GD&T and machining tolerances.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Basic understanding of G-Code and CNC programs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to follow all applicable safety requirements and machining procedures.
• Willingness to learn and develop advanced CNC machining skills.

Preferred

• Technical certification or associate degree in machining or a related field.
• Experience with Fanuc, Mazatrol, and/or Siemens Sinumerik controls.
• Experience with Makino, Mazak, Heller, or similar machining centers.
• Experience machining aluminum, mild steel, alloy steel, and stainless steel.
• Familiarity with Zoller/TMS software.
• Experience with Fastems automation and MMS software.
• 6% Company Retirement Contribution (provided by SAPA Transmission regardless of employee 401(k) contribution)
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance with minimal employee contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

SAPA Transmission is an Equal Opportunity Employer