CNC Programming Machinist - Day Shift

Aerotech, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotech, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC programming machinist to program, set up, and operate Mazak CNC machines in a precision shop. You will design and modify programs, select workholding, and document processes.

Responsibilities include first article inspection, use of CMMs and precision gauges, and operating automation loaders for medium to large batches. Night or day shifts available with differential. Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate or equivalent training in machine shop tech or related experience.
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Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate Mazak CNC machines.
• Develop new parts from scratch or modify existing programs and document processes.
• Perform first article inspection and use precision measurement tools.
• Operate automation loaders for medium/large batches.
• Select and secure fixtures and cutting tools for small batch production.
• Retrieve and edit Mazatrol programs and set speeds/feeds.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measurement

Education

Technical certificate or equivalent

Tools

Mazatrol programming

CMM inspection tools

Job description

CNC Programming Machinist - Up to a $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

We are seeking an experienced CNC programming machinist capable of programming, setting up, and operating Mazak CNC machines in a precision machine shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate Mazak CNC machines.
• Produce newly designed parts, including workholding selection, part process decisions, programming from scratch or modifying similar programs, detailed first part inspection, and process write-ups.
• Inspect parts with tight dimensional and form tolerance using bore gauges, gauge blocks, granite surface plates, digital and dial indicators, CMMs, and other precision measurement tools.
• Operate pallet changers, robot arms, bar feeders, and other automated load/unload equipment for medium or large batches.
• Select, align, and secure workholding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and accessories for small batch production.
• Retrieve and edit Mazatrol CNC programs or calculate and set controls such as speed, feed, and depth of cut for new programs.
• Work steady shifts only (night or daylight, with shift differential). Night shift candidates must be able to train on daylight shift for several weeks.
• Participate in voluntary overtime as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• One-year certificate from college, technical school, or apprenticeship program in Machine Shop technology; OR three or more years related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CNC programming experience.
• Knowledge of speeds and feeds for machining all types of metals.
• Knowledge of metric conversion; able to work in metric and English units.
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time.

Experience With

• Programming Mazak CNC machines in Mazatrol.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T experience.
• Precision part measurement and inspection tools (micrometers, electronic gauges, calipers, and similar equipment).
• Effective electronic communication and general software experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus up to $3,000.
• Competitive compensation with bi‑annual bonus, annual raise eligibility.
• Health benefits: UPMC Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life.
• Retirement plan: Employee Stock Ownership Trust, 401(k).
• Paid time off, parental leave, referral program, professional development assistance, tuition reimbursement.
• Additional benefits include training, paid time off, parental leave, referral program, professional development assistance, tuition reimbursement.

Additional Information

Must be authorized to work in the US currently and in future without employer sponsorship.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.