CNC Machinist – Second Shift

Custom Design Components; Howard City (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 90 days

IRA retirement plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Free gym membership

Team outings

Job summary

Custom Design Components in Howard City, Michigan, seeks a CNC Machinist for its second shift to set up and operate CNC milling machines, producing precision hydraulic manifolds. You will read blueprints, select tooling, adjust machines, and inspect parts to ensure specifications are met.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, selecting fixtures, and maintaining dimensional accuracy while working in a clean, team-oriented shop. Training and safety are prioritized.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience selecting and installing cutting tools and fixtures.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related inspection tools.
• Understanding of dimensional tolerances and part specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines.
• Produce precision hydraulic manifolds according to job specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Select and install the appropriate tooling and fixtures.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection equipment.
• Inspect completed parts for defects and quality.

Skills

CNC Milling Operations

Blueprint Reading

Tooling Selection

Inspection Tools

Dimensional Tolerances

Machining Math

Independent Work

Communication Skills

Tools

CNC Milling Machines

G-code/M-code

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

At a glance

Company: Custom Design Components
Location: Howard City, Michigan
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second Shift
Machines: CNC Milling Machines
Parts: Precision Hydraulic Manifolds
Reports To: Production Lead

Why join Custom Design Components?

Custom Design Components is looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to join its second-shift team in Howard City, Michigan.

This position is focused primarily on setting up and operating CNC milling machines to manufacture precision hydraulic manifolds. You will read blueprints, select tooling and fixtures, make machine adjustments, inspect completed parts, and ensure every component meets the required specifications.

Custom Design Components is a family-owned manufacturer that has produced hydraulic manifolds and precision components since 1993. The company serves agriculture, construction, industrial equipment, military, medical, and other demanding markets.

This is a good opportunity for a dependable machinist who can manage their work, maintain quality, and contribute to a clean and organized shop.

What you’ll be doing

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines
• Produce precision hydraulic manifolds according to job specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions
• Select and install the appropriate tooling and fixtures
• Make machine adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection equipment
• Inspect completed parts for dimensional and visual defects
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues
• Perform routine machine and tooling maintenance
• Work with different materials and adjust machining methods accordingly
• Follow production, quality, safety, and housekeeping standards
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Communicate production concerns to the Production Lead

Machines, tools & systems

This position involves working with:

• CNC milling machines
• Manual machine tools as needed
• G-code and M-code
• Cutting tools and workholding fixtures
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Gauges
• Other precision inspection equipment

Specific CNC machine brands, controls, and programming software were not provided.

Shop highlights

• Family-owned manufacturer founded in 1993
• Precision hydraulic manifold production
• CNC milling and turning capabilities
• Custom and standard manifold manufacturing
• Prototype through production-volume work
• Components produced for several major industries
• Strong focus on clean, burr-free parts
• Down-to-earth, team-oriented work environment
• Company investment in employee training
• Core values of being dedicated, driven, and trustworthy

What we’re looking for

Required

• Experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience selecting and installing cutting tools and fixtures
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related inspection tools
• Basic machining math and measurement skills
• Understanding of dimensional tolerances and part specifications
• Knowledge of different materials and their machinability
• Ability to inspect completed parts and identify defects
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to quality, safety, and workplace cleanliness

Preferred

• Experience machining hydraulic manifolds or fluid-power components
• Familiarity with G-code and M-code
• Experience making basic CNC program edits
• Experience operating manual machine tools
• Background in a production machining environment
• Experience troubleshooting tooling, setup, or quality issues

Why you’ll like working here

Custom Design Components offers experienced machinists the opportunity to work on precision components with clear quality requirements and visible real-world applications.

You will be trusted to manage your work, solve machining problems, and take ownership of part quality. The company values dependable employees who bring a strong work ethic, communicate clearly, and want to contribute to a productive team.

Pay, benefits & schedule

Pay: Not provided
Schedule: Full-time, second shift; exact hours not provided

Benefits include:

• Health insurance after 90 days
• IRA retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid vacation with additional time based on years of service
• Paid holidays
• Free gym membership
• Company outings
• Time off for special occasions, including hunting season
• Work-life balance initiatives

About Custom Design Components

Custom Design Components is a family-owned hydraulic manifold manufacturer based in Howard City, Michigan. Founded in 1993, the company manufactures custom and standard hydraulic manifolds along with CNC-turned components.

Its capabilities include custom manifold design, CNC milling, CNC turning, quality assurance, thermal deburring, custom scribing, anodizing, plating, and inventory support. The company serves applications across agriculture, construction, industrial equipment, military, medical, and other markets.

Custom Design Components is committed to producing reliable, cost-effective components while maintaining a workplace culture built around three values: dedicated, driven, and trustworthy.