CNC Mochine Operator/Weekend Lead

Fierce Firearms; Utah; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fierce Firearms LLC is seeking a highly experienced CNC Machine Operator / CNC Lead to oversee weekend manufacturing operations. This hands-on machinist role includes leadership, serving as the primary contact for CNC production, quality and safety during weekend shifts.

You will set up, monitor and run CNC mills and lathes, read blueprints with GD&T, perform tool changes, inspect parts with precision instruments, and guide operators on shift to maintain production standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Operator, or CNC Lead.
• Proficiency with CNC mills and/or lathes (Haas CNC experience preferred).
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Skilled with precision inspection and measurement tools.
• Previous lead, shift lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Self-directed and capable of working independently on weekend shifts.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines (CNC mills and/or CNC lathes).
• Manufacture precision firearm components to print and tolerance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CNC work instructions.
• Perform tool changes, tool offsets, and minor CNC program adjustments.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Troubleshoot CNC machining, tooling, and process issues.
• Perform routine CNC machine checks and basic maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment.
• Lead and coordinate weekend CNC production operations.
• Support and guide CNC operators and machinists on shift.
• Communicate production status, quality issues, and material needs to weekday leadership.
• Ensure all CNC safety, quality, and production standards are met.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading GD&T

Quality inspection

Leadership

Weekend shifts

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

Haas CNC

CNC programming basics

Job description

Fierce Firearms LLC is seeking a highly experienced CNC Machine Operator / CNC Lead to oversee weekend manufacturing operations.

About Fierce Firearms LLC

We are a industry leader in semi custom long range hunting and precision rifles.

Description

Fierce Firearms LLC

Location: Redmond, Utah

Job Summary

Fierce Firearms LLC isseekinga highly experienced CNC Machine Operator / CNCLeadto oversee weekend manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on CNC machinist role with leadership responsibility, serving as the primary point of contact for CNC production, quality, and safety during weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up,operate, andmonitorCNC machines (CNC mills and/or CNC lathes)
• Manufacture precision firearm components to print and tolerance
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and CNC work instructions
• Perform tool changes, tool offsets, and minor CNC program adjustments
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Troubleshoot CNC machining, tooling, and process issues
• Perform routine CNC machine checks and basic maintenance
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment
• Lead and coordinate weekend CNC production operations
• Support and guide CNC operators and machinists on shift
• Communicate production status, quality issues, and material needs to weekday leadership
• Ensure all CNC safety, quality, and production standards are met

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Operator, or CNC Lead
• Proficiencywith CNC mills and/or lathes (Haas CNC experience preferred)
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T
• Skilled with precision inspection and measurement tools
• Previouslead, shift lead, or supervisory experience preferred
• Self-directed and capable of working independently on weekend shifts
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Experience

• Firearms manufacturing, aerospace machining, or other tight-tolerance CNC machining
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Competitive pay based on CNC experience and skill level