CNC Machinist – Large-Scale Weldments & Precision

GUDEL, INC.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance (employer paid)

PTO

Job summary

Güdel is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist in Ann Arbor, MI to set up and machine large fabricated weldments in a high-mix, low-volume environment. You will interpret drawings, establish datums, and create CNC programs for precision components using conversational controls.

The role requires strong setup skills, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to handle heavy parts with cranes and rigging. Relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC machining experience in job shop/heavy manufacturing/custom fabrication.
• Experience machining large fabricated weldments or heavy steel structures.
• Strong setup, alignment, indicating, and workpiece leveling techniques.
• Ability to manually create and modify CNC programs using conversational programming.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges).
• Experience operating overhead cranes and rigging large workpieces.

Responsibilities

• Setup, align, and machine large weldments on CNC milling machines.
• Interpret drawings, GD&T, and work instructions to determine requirements.
• Shim, indicate, and establish datums for accuracy.
• Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using conversational controls.
• Determine machining sequence, tooling, fixturing, and setup for low-volume projects.
• Operate overhead cranes and rigging safely to move large pieces.
• Verify dimensions using precision tools and perform in-process inspections.
• Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and quality teams to resolve challenges.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and setup issues to maintain quality.

Skills

CNC machining

Heavy fabrication

Machine setup

GD&T

Reading drawings

Precision instruments

Crane operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Heidenhain Conversational

Bridge mills

Horizontal machining centers

Job description

Güdel is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist in Ann Arbor, MI to set up and machine large fabricated weldments in a high-mix, low-volume environment. You will interpret drawings, establish datums, and create CNC programs for precision components using conversational controls.

The role requires strong setup skills, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to handle heavy parts with cranes and rigging. Relocation is not offered.