CNC Mill Machinist-2nd Shift

TAIT; Lititz (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

FSA (Medical & Dependent Care)

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

EAP

Wellness stipends

Voluntary benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a CNC Mill Machinist I to operate milling machines and set up parts under supervision. This role supports higher-level machinists and focuses on upholding specifications and efficient workflow.

Candidates should have a HS diploma and milling experience; readiness for varying shifts including a 2nd shift with differential. The position emphasizes safety, quality control, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with milling experience (1–3 years).
• Proficiency with MS Office is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up products on milling machines with department support.
• Operate milling tools per programmer or higher machinists' guidance.
• Read blueprints and travelers for direction.
• Load/unload tools in a timely manner.
• Allocate 80%+ hours to contracted jobs per shift.
• Identify tooling and build required tooling.
• Create CNC offsets for fixtures and tooling.
• Perform tool breakage detection and wear analysis.
• Post-process during CNC cycle time and deliver parts.
• Conduct quality control to detect defects and malfunctions.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies; wear PPE as required.
• Capture labor hours and materials in Epicor.

Skills

HS Diploma

MS Office

Communication

Prioritization

Flexibility

Education

HS Diploma/GED/Trade

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.

2nd Shift - 10% shift Premium

Position Purpose

The CNC Mill Machinist I is responsible for machining parts utilizing milling equipment while relying on support from others in the machine shop department. Level I machinists will keep parts running and within specifications with consultation from others, such as higher-level machinists. They will be dependent upon others while performing duties including, machine tool setup, process prove out, first article inspection, and operation that are required until the job is complete. This position relies primarily on the experience and judgment of others to plan and accomplish their daily goals.

Variety of Shifts Available

• Standard hours for 1st shift: Monday- Thursday 5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• Standard hours for 2nd shift: Monday- Thursday 3:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. *10% shift differential
• Standard hours for weekend shift: Friday- Sunday 5:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *25% shift differential

Responsibilities

• Set up products on assigned milling machine tools while dependent on others in the department for support
• Operate assigned milling machine tools within the department based upon predetermined input provided by CNC programmers and/or higher-level machinists
• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams, as well as job travelers for direction
• Load and unload milling machine tools in a timely fashion
• Allocate 80% or more hours to contracted jobs each shift
• Identify, locate, and build all required tooling for production
• Create and edit CNC offsets for both fixtures and tooling
• Perform tool breakage detection, as well as recognize tool wear symptoms
• Perform post processing during CNC cycle time
• Deliver finished parts to designated areas
• Complete assignments and production sequences based upon the CNC List(s) to meet production goals and schedules, as well as input from the machine shop management team
• Conduct quality control by inspection of materials, products, and equipment to proactively detect defects or malfunctions
• Follow basic machine tool maintenance practices
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, as well as sanitation regulations
• Manage priorities as they change throughout a shift
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material in Epicor
• Adhere to schedules, production goals, and budget
• Perform other duties as assigned, including those outside department as necessary

Requirements: Education, Experience & Skills

• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school graduate, or 1 to 3 years of practical milling experience
• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) a plus
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility with work schedule, including some weekends, holidays, and different shifts as required; ability to work OT (more than 40 hours) in any given week as needed

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move 20-30 lbs.
• Must be able to carry 20-30 lbs.
• Must be able to pull or push 20-30 lbs.

Work conditions of the role are:

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and loud noises
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the department

TAIT Benefits:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Employer-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
• Employer-paid Short-term with optional long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness stipends
• Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
• Paid vacation and 12 holidays

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.