CNC ProgrammerMachinist

Achates LLC; Brownsburg (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Achates LLC in Brownsburg, Indiana is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist to own projects from blueprint to finished part. You will program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes, optimize toolpaths with CAM software, and ensure tight tolerances on aerospace/defense components.

Join a AS9100/ISO-certified shop that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Competitive hourly pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative environment await your expertise in

Qualifications

• 8+ years of CNC machining experience with mills and lathes.
• Proven CAM programming experience (required).
• Experience with Fusion 360, Mastercam, SolidWorks CAM, or similar software.
• Strong blueprint reading skills and the ability to hold tight tolerances.
• Ability to independently take a job from setup through production.
• A dependable, detail-oriented professional who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes
• Create, edit, and optimize toolpaths using CAM software
• Interpret complex blueprints and engineering drawings
• Select tooling, speeds, and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality
• Design and build fixtures and workholding solutions
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming challenges
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
• Improve processes, reduce cycle times, and support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tolerance control

Independent ownership

Detail-oriented

Education

No degree required (with extensive experience)

Tools

Fusion 360

Mastercam

SolidWorks CAM

Job description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Competitive salary

CNC Programmer / Machinist

Brownsburg, Indiana | $30–$39/hour + Excellent Benefits

Ready to Turn Ideas Into Precision?

At our AS9100/ISO-certified machine shop, we're not just making parts—we're solving complex manufacturing challenges every day.

We're looking for an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist who enjoys taking ownership of a project from blueprint to finished part. If you thrive on programming efficient toolpaths, dialing in processes, and finding smarter ways to machine precision components, you'll fit right in.

You'll work with a skilled team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement—and your ideas won't get buried in layers of bureaucracy.

What You'll Do

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes
• Create, edit, and optimize toolpaths using CAM software
• Interpret complex blueprints and engineering drawings
• Select tooling, speeds, and feeds to maximize efficiency and quality
• Design and build fixtures and workholding solutions
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming challenges
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections
• Improve processes, reduce cycle times, and support continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of CNC machining experience with mills and lathes
• Proven CAM programming experience (required)
• Experience with Fusion 360, Mastercam, SolidWorks CAM, or similar software
• Strong blueprint reading skills and the ability to hold tight tolerances
• Ability to independently take a job from setup through production
• A dependable, detail-oriented professional who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges and takes pride in producing exceptional work

Bonus Qualifications

• Multi-axis machining (4th/5th Axis)
• GD&T application and interpretation
• Advanced fixture and workholding design
• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience
• Haas, Mazak, SMART, or Fanuc controls
• Trade school, apprenticeship, or equivalent training

Why You'll Love Working Here

This is more than a programming position—it's an opportunity to make a real impact.

You'll have the freedom to develop better machining strategies, improve processes, and work on challenging, high-precision aerospace and defense components. We value initiative, encourage new ideas, and believe the best solutions often come from the people running the machines.

If you're looking for a shop where your knowledge is respected and your contributions directly influence how work gets done, we'd love to have you on our team.

Compensation & Benefits

• $30–$39/hour, based on experience
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement
• Climate-Controlled Facility

Why Join Our Team?

• AS9100/ISO-certified quality system
• Modern, well-maintained CNC equipment
• Challenging, high-precision aerospace and defense work
• Interesting workload with a collaborative, small-team environment
• Opportunities to improve processes and influence production
• A workplace where craftsmanship, innovation, and quality are valued

If you're passionate about precision machining, enjoy solving complex manufacturing challenges, and want to help build the next generation of aerospace and defense components, we'd love to hear from you.