CNC Machinist: Lathe & Mill Expert, First Shift

Jobot; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a CNC Machinist to join our tool room in Naugatuck, CT on first shift. You will set up and operate Okuma two- and three-axis lathes, move into milling and lathe work as needed, and perform frequent setups.

This hands-on, small-batch shop offers training on Okuma equipment, opportunities to grow from lathe work to broader tooling roles, and a steady day shift in a stable manufacturing environment. An equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC lathes and mills.
• Strong setup and changeover skills.
• CNC programming experience (Okuma is a plus).
• Read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Small-batch, job-shop style work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate two-axis and three-axis Okuma CNC lathes.
• Transition into CNC milling and lathe operations as workload demands.
• Perform frequent machine setups and changeovers throughout the day.
• Program and edit CNC programs for small-quantity, custom tooling.
• Machine specialized tooling for our eyelet machines, often in runs of just a handful of parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools to meet specifications.
• Work with the tool room team to prioritize jobs and keep deadlines on track.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

CNC milling

Setup & changeover

Okuma programming

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Small-batch work

Team collaboration

Tools

Okuma machines

Job description

Jobot is seeking a CNC Machinist to join our tool room in Naugatuck, CT on first shift. You will set up and operate Okuma two- and three-axis lathes, move into milling and lathe work as needed, and perform frequent setups.

This hands-on, small-batch shop offers training on Okuma equipment, opportunities to grow from lathe work to broader tooling roles, and a steady day shift in a stable manufacturing environment. An equal opportunity employer.