CNC Machinist – Lathe & Mill

Qualdoc; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc in Ashland, VA is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC lathes and mills for precision parts. You’ll work from technical drawings, maintain tight tolerances, and use multiple controls, including Fagor, Fanuc, Haas, and Heidenhain.

Expect to handle 50 lb lifts, maintain quality, and meet a 56-hour work week with Saturday shifts. This contract-to-hire role offers up to $33/hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC programming, setup and operation.
• Ability to read and understand technical or machining drawings.
• Experience with precision measurement tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances.
• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work approximately 56 hours per week, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Lathes and Mills using machining drawings.
• Create and modify programs using G-code.
• Work with Fagor, Fanuc, Haas, and Heidenhain controls.
• Maintain machining tolerances as tight as 0.0005".
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and dial bore gauges.
• Verify dimensions and maintain consistent part quality.
• Read and interpret technical/shop drawings.
• Follow safe work practices in a heavy industrial setting.
• Maintain reliable attendance and a professional work ethic.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Work the required schedule, including Saturdays.

Skills

CNC programming, setup & operation

read technical drawings

precision measurement

tight tolerances

safety adherence

heavy industrial environment

Tools

Fagor

Fanuc

Haas

Heidenhain

Job description

CNC Machinist – Lathe & Mill

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay: Up to $33.00/hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; Saturday, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM

Shift: 1st Shift

Hours: Approximately 56 hours/week

Position Overview

We are hiring a CNC Machinist to set up, program, and operate CNC lathes and mills for the production of precision industrial components. The ideal candidate is comfortable working from technical drawings and producing parts to very tight tolerances in a heavy industrial environment.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate CNC Lathes and Mills using machining drawings.


• Create and modify programs using G-code.


• Work with Fagor, Fanuc, Haas, and Heidenhain controls; experience with every control is not required.


• Maintain machining tolerances as tight as 0.0005\".


• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and dial bore gauges.


• Verify dimensions and maintain consistent part quality.


• Read and interpret technical/shop drawings.


• Follow safe work practices in a heavy industrial setting.


• Maintain reliable attendance and a professional work ethic.


• Lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.


• Work the required schedule, including Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC programming, setup, and operation.


• Ability to read and understand technical or machining drawings.


• Experience with precision measurement tools.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances.


• Commitment to workplace safety.


• Ability to work approximately 56 hours per week, including Saturdays.

Key Skills & Equipment

• CNC Lathes


• CNC Mills


• G-Code


• Fagor


• Fanuc


• Haas


• Heidenhain


• Calipers


• Micrometers


• Dial Bore Gauges


• Precision Machining