CNC Machinist: Shaft & Thread Grinding — 1st Shift

NSK; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NSK is seeking a CNC machinist for 1st shift (5am-3:30pm, Mon-Thu) in Franklin, IN. The role emphasizes setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances.

Candidates should have 1–2 years manufacturing experience, High School or equivalent, and strong measurement skills with calipers and micrometers. Growth into advanced machinist responsibilities is supported by the team.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or Equivalent is required.
• Experience: 1–2 years manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine tools such as lathes and milling machines.
• Set up and operate CNC machines by programming control instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Inspect parts after machining to ensure tolerance.
• Maintain tooling, setups, and clean equipment.
• Translate job requirements into machine set‑ups and adjustments.

Skills

CNC experience

Caliper & micrometer use

Blueprint reading

Tool setup & offsets

Quality inspection

Machining operations

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Caliper

Micrometers

Height gauge

Depth micrometer

ID micrometer

Slant gauges

Job description

NSK is seeking a CNC machinist for 1st shift (5am-3:30pm, Mon-Thu) in Franklin, IN. The role emphasizes setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances.

Candidates should have 1–2 years manufacturing experience, High School or equivalent, and strong measurement skills with calipers and micrometers. Growth into advanced machinist responsibilities is supported by the team.