CNC Machinist - Automation Cell Technician

Prime Partners; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Paid training

Immediate start

Job summary

Prime Partners in Gilbert, AZ is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to own setup, programming, and operation of Haas mills and related automation equipment. You will train on JD Squared XR12 tube cutter, plasma cutting, and robotic welding, with cross-training on inspection and fit-up.

This role offers hands-on opportunities to grow into automation and robotics, including collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering to optimize cycles and tooling.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of hands-on CNC machining experience with a focus on CNC mill setup, programming, and operation
• Haas CNC experience strongly preferred, with the ability to independently set up jobs, set offsets, and produce good first parts
• Strong working knowledge of G-code and M-code
• Solid understanding of cutting tools, tool holders, speeds and feeds, drilling, tapping, milling, and coolant application
• Read complex blueprints, machining callouts, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Proficient with precision measuring tools
• Experience machining carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Willing to learn tube processing, plasma cutting, and robotic welding
• Trade school, apprenticeship, or certification in CNC machining, welding, robotics, or automation is a plus

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Haas CNC mills, including workholding, tooling, work offsets, tool offsets, probing, and first-part setup
• Create, edit, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs using G-code and M-code
• Select cutting tools, feeds and speeds, depths of cut, and machining sequences based on material, geometry, and tolerance
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and GD&T
• Perform first-part and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and indicators
• Program and operate the JD Squared XR12 tube cutter, including importing STEP files, verifying geometry, and assigning cutting and drilling operations
• Load and set up square, rectangular, and round tube, pipe, angle, and channel on the XR12
• Set up Hypertherm Powermax85 SYNC plasma cutting parameters, including cartridge selection, amperage, and pierce settings
• Support robotic welding cells, including fixture setup, part loading, torch alignment, TCP verification, and weld parameter checks
• Set up and align fixtures, clamps, and workholding for machining, robotic welding, and fabrication
• Assist with fit-up, tack welding, deburring, drilling, and material prep as needed
• Troubleshoot tooling issues, dimensional variation, program errors, plasma cut quality, and fixture problems
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to improve cycle times, fixtures, tooling, and repeatability
• Document setups, first-part results, and process issues

Skills

Haas CNC

G-code

Cutting tools

Blueprints/GD&T

Metrology

Materials

CAD/STEP

Conversational

Robotic welding

Trade credential

Metal fabrication

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

CAM software

CAD/STEP

Job description

We are hiring an experienced CNC Machinist to own setup, programming, and operation of Haas CNC milling equipment, including a Haas TM-3P. Machining is the core of this role. When the mill isn't running, you'll cross-train on a JD Squared XR12 CNC tube and pipe cutter, robotic welding cells, inspection, and fit-up. Training is provided on equipment-specific software and processes. This is a strong fit for a machinist who wants to grow into automation and robotics.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Haas CNC mills, including workholding, tooling, work offsets, tool offsets, probing, and first-part setup
• Create, edit, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs using G-code and M-code
• Select cutting tools, feeds and speeds, depths of cut, and machining sequences based on material, geometry, and tolerance
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and GD&T
• Perform first-part and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and indicators
• Program and operate the JD Squared XR12 tube cutter, including importing STEP files, verifying geometry, and assigning cutting and drilling operations
• Load and set up square, rectangular, and round tube, pipe, angle, and channel on the XR12
• Set up Hypertherm Powermax85 SYNC plasma cutting parameters, including cartridge selection, amperage, and pierce settings
• Support robotic welding cells, including fixture setup, part loading, torch alignment, TCP verification, and weld parameter checks
• Set up and align fixtures, clamps, and workholding for machining, robotic welding, and fabrication
• Assist with fit-up, tack welding, deburring, drilling, and material prep as needed
• Troubleshoot tooling issues, dimensional variation, program errors, plasma cut quality, and fixture problems
• Perform operator-level preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to improve cycle times, fixtures, tooling, and repeatability
• Document setups, first-part results, and process issues

Required Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of hands-on CNC machining experience with a focus on CNC mill setup, programming, and operation
• Haas CNC experience strongly preferred, with the ability to independently set up jobs, set offsets, and produce good first parts
• Strong working knowledge of G-code and M-code
• Solid understanding of cutting tools, tool holders, speeds and feeds, drilling, tapping, milling, and coolant application
• Ability to read complex blueprints, machining callouts, weld symbols, and GD&T
• Proficient with precision measuring tools
• Experience machining carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Comfortable working with machine controls, digital drawings, and electronic job files
• Willing to learn tube processing, plasma cutting, and robotic welding
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• CAM software or CAD/STEP file experience is a plus
• Conversational programming experience is a plus
• Robotic welding, teach pendant, or TCP setup experience is a plus
• Welding, fitting, or metal fabrication experience is a plus
• Trade school, apprenticeship, or certification in CNC machining, welding, robotics, or automation is a plus

Benefits and Compensation

• $60,000 to $80,000 annual salary, depending on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid training on robotic welding, CNC tube processing, and plasma systems
• Immediate start

Why Work With Us

• Stable, full-time role with a growing advanced manufacturing company
• Hands-on work with Haas CNC, CNC tube cutting, and robotic welding equipment
• Clear path to build automation and robotics skills that are in high demand
• Variety in your day instead of running the same part on one machine
• Work directly with engineering to improve processes and have your input heard