CNC Setup & Process Optimization Machinist

Torrey Holistics; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Express is seeking a CNC Setup & Process Optimization Machinist to join our shop in Muskegon, MI. You will set tools, touch off offsets, run changeovers, and coach operators for fast, accurate production. You’ll measure parts with calipers and micrometers and log time precisely.

Requirements include 2–3 years CNC operating experience and a high school diploma. Strong math and communication skills are essential; GD&T interpretation and basic CNC programming (G-code/M-code) are expected;

Qualifications

• 2–3 years CNC operating experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong math, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• GD&T interpretation and basic CNC programming (G-code/M-code) expected; Mastercam experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set tools and touch off; adjust offsets to spec.
• Execute fast, accurate changeovers for new jobs.
• Load and verify programs before production runs.
• Load/unload parts correctly and safely.
• Measure with calipers and micrometers; log time precisely.
• Partner with operators to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.

Skills

CNC operating experience

Math & problem solving

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mastercam CAM

Job description

CNC Setup & Process Optimization Machinist

A day in this role

You arrive to a clean, organized cell, pull up the latest print, and begin dialing in tool lengths and offsets. A changeover is due—fixtures are swapped, the next program is queued, and you coach an operator through safe loading and unloading. Mid-cycle, you inspect parts with calipers and micrometers, confirm critical features with pin/thread/ring gages, and log job time accurately. When a tool shows wear, you replace it before downtime hits. By shift’s end, you’ve reduced scrap, kept the spindle cutting, and shared tips that make the entire team faster and more accurate.

About Anderson Express

Anderson Express is a Tier 1 supplier to the automotive and military sectors. Our tight-knit engineering and production teams tackle complex programs for customers who need fast, creative solutions. We’re the go‑to partner for Ford Motor Company and Laser Access, with deep expertise in CNC machining and assembly of custom-engineered components. We’re a small, team‑oriented company where growth and opportunity are real—and we welcome people who want to advance with us year after year.

What you’ll own

• Set tools, touch off, and adjust offsets to produce parts to spec.
• Inspect and replace worn or damaged tooling proactively.
• Execute fast, accurate changeovers for new jobs.
• Load and verify programs before production runs.
• Load/unload parts correctly and safely.
• Measure with calipers, micrometers, pin/thread/ring gages, refractometer, and scales; qualify conforming vs. nonconforming parts and sort as needed.
• Clock in/out of jobs and record time precisely.
• Stand for extended periods and perform other assigned tasks.
• Partner effectively with operators and assembly teams; help reduce downtime and drive efficiency.

What you bring

• 2–3 years of CNC operating experience (preferred).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Comfort working in a shop environment.
• Strong math, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Technical proficiency

• GD&T interpretation
• Equipment and process troubleshooting
• Basic CNC programming; G-code and M-code fluency
• CNC machine setup and changeover
• Precision hand metrology
• Advanced inspection and gauge measurement
• Manual machining fundamentals

M machines & Software

• CNC Mills (3–4 axis VMC): Doosan, Brother, DMG Mori Seiki, Hurco, Haas
• CAM: Mastercam

Employment & Pay

Employment: Fulltime

Salary: Based on experience

Additional Requirements

Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). Therefore, candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident ('Green Card')