Cnc Machinist / Programmer

Jobtome; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Relocation assistance

Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance

Family coverage affordable

Job summary

Wilson Machine & Welding Inc. in Alabama is seeking skilled CNC machinists to program, set up, and run high-precision parts across multiple facilities. You will operate a range of machines, from HBMs to 5-axis lathes, reading blueprints and job travelers to ensure tight tolerances.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of CNC experience and can program GibbsCAM or work directly at the machine. Relocation may be considered in some cases; strong overtime and a lean team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Ability to program in GibbsCAM or at the machine.
• Comfortable with setups, tooling, offsets, and blueprint reading.
• Strong experience with mills, lathes, or boring mills.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and contribute to a lean team.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate a range of CNC machines.
• Machine large, precision parts to tight tolerances.
• Work from job travelers and blueprints to program in GibbsCAM or at the machine.
• Handle a mix of job shop work with varying part sizes and complexity.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment with minimal oversight.
• Collaborate with a lean, high-performing team of machinists.

Skills

CNC machining

GibbsCAM

Blueprint reading

Setup and tooling

Multi-axis work

Tools

GibbsCAM

CNC controls (Fanuc Haas)

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Wilson Machine & Welding Inc.
Locations: Hillsboro, Decatur, and Cordova, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $1,120 – $1,520/week
Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30 PM – 1:30 AM, Mon–Thurs or Tues–Fri)
Overtime: Yes – Optional, half-day Saturdays available
Experience Level: Mid to Senior
Work Authorization: Open to relocation from Canada (starting 2027) and Australia (now)

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Why This Role Exists

Wilson Machine & Welding is growing fast and needs skilled CNC machinists to help meet rising demand across multiple Alabama facilities. With top-tier equipment, steady workflow, and new fabrication space underway, we’re building a team of independent, experienced machinists who can program, set up, and run jobs with precision and pride.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up, program, and operate a range of CNC machines
• Machine large, precision parts to tight tolerances
• Work from job travelers and blueprints to program in GibbsCAM or at the machine
• Handle a mix of job shop work with varying part sizes and complexity
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment with minimal oversight
• Collaborate with a lean, high-performing team of machinists

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

• Machines: Horizontal Boring Mills (HBMs), Vertical Mills (3–4 axis), CNC Lathes (Y-axis, 5-axis), VTLs
• Controls: Fanuc and Haas
• CAM Software: GibbsCAM
• Inspection Tools: Standard shop tools for precision inspection

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience
• Ability to program in GibbsCAM or at the machine
• Comfortable with setups, tooling, offsets, and blueprint reading
• Strong experience with mills, lathes, or boring mills
• Willingness to work 2nd shift and contribute to a lean team

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with multi-axis lathes and VTLs
• Exposure to large-part machining or job shop environments
• Familiarity with machining for steel and pipe mill parts

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Steel
• Large castings and pipe mill components

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Wilson Machine & Welding because:

• High pay with lots of overtime (Alabama has no tax on OT!)
• Zero bureaucracy – just skilled people getting the job done
• Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance with family coverage as low as $20–$30/week
• Relocation assistance available – $15K+ provided to the right people — now open to candidates relocating from Canada starting in 2027, and from Australia right now
• Comfortable shop environment with major equipment investment
• New fabrication shop breaking ground soon
• Respect for machinists who can work independently and do it right

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

• Pay: $1,120 – $1,520 per week
• Shift: 2nd Shift (3:30 PM – 1:30 AM, Mon–Thurs or Tues–Fri)
• Overtime: Optional, plus half-day Saturdays
• Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical coverage;
  family plans starting at ~$20/week and drop 50% after 5 years
• Relocation Assistance: Yes – significant support offered
• PTO: Standard paid holidays;
  vacation begins after 1year

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