CNC Machinist (Mills & Lathes) – Growth & Training

Abraservice; Northport (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SSAB is seeking a CNC Machinist to operate mills and lathes, set up programs, load materials, and monitor production quality on-site. You will perform inspections with calipers and micrometers, document settings, and troubleshoot issues with minimal supervision.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining safety and equipment care in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2+ years of CNC mills/lathes experience in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and the ability to perform inspections on finished products.
• Willingness to undergo training and continuing education to stay updated with new techniques and technologies in CNC mills and lathes.
• Completion of the established Skill Pie per location.
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, extremely organized.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.); ability to operate light equipment, good knowledge of mechanical devices.
• Previous crane and forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Strong attention to details, analytical skills, exceptional judgment, dependable, excellent teamwork skills, good time management skills, creative, problem-solving, hardworking & persistent, professional competence, proactive

Responsibilities

• Enter CNC programs by creating new programs or using existing ones to control the cutting process.
• Load and unload raw materials onto the machine.
• Watch the machine during operation, ensuring smooth running and adjusting as needed to maintain quality.
• Regularly check finished parts against specifications using measuring tools to verify accuracy.
• Perform basic cleaning, routine maintenance and lubrication on the CNC machine and report malfunctions.
• Maintain production logs recording machine settings, quality checks, and issues encountered.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor machine issues or notify maintenance for repairs.
• Follow all safety protocols and keep a clean, organized work area.

Skills

CNC mills/lathes experience

Quality control

Communication

Organization

Under pressure

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Degree

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Caliper

Micrometer

Job description

SSAB is seeking a CNC Machinist to operate mills and lathes, set up programs, load materials, and monitor production quality on-site. You will perform inspections with calipers and micrometers, document settings, and troubleshoot issues with minimal supervision.

The role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining safety and equipment care in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.