Entry-Level CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist Trainee

Torrey Holistics; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking an Entry-Level CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist Trainee to learn on the shop floor, set up basic tooling, and operate CNC lathes and mills with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You will review instructions, prepare machines and gages, and verify parts using gauges. This role emphasizes safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement ideas from the very start.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC lathes, mills, and broaches or willingness to learn.
• Machine shop training in high school or beyond.
• Ability to perform offset adjustments and read gauges.

Responsibilities

• Follow job, safety, environmental, and inspection instructions from cell trainers/supervisors.
• Prepare machines and gages for operation; set up basic tooling.
• Operate CNC equipment and verify parts meet specifications using gaging.
• Meet company/customer quality standards and production goals.
• Perform offset adjustments and insert changes as needed.
• Apply tag procedure for proper part identification.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety/environmental requirements.
• Submit continuous improvement ideas to supervisor/HR box.
• Handle other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

CNC mill operation

Gaging readouts

Offset adjustments

Insert/tool changes

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety procedures

Tools

Gaging tools (plug, snap, flush pin, go/no-go)

Calipers

In-process measurement

Fanuc controls

Job description

Entry-Level CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist TraineeA day in this roleYou begin by reviewing the cell work instructions and priorities with your CNC trainer or supervisor. With safety and environmental guidelines top of mind, you prepare the machine and the required gages, confirm programs and workholding, and get the line ready.Once production starts, you operate CNC lathes, mills, and occasionally broaching equipment, checking first-piece and in-process parts with plug, snap, flush pin, go/no-go gages, calipers, and other measuring tools. You make the necessary offset adjustments, change inserts when wear shows, and follow the tag procedure to keep work clearly identified. Throughout the shift, you complete all required documentation, maintain housekeeping standards, and adhere to recycling, labeling, and spill protocols.You keep output on pace with or above production targets while protecting quality to meet company and customer expectations. You troubleshoot quality concerns, escalate when needed, and contribute continuous improvement ideas—submitting them to your supervisor or the HR box. You wrap up by verifying counts and paperwork, ensuring machines and areas are left ready for the next run, and handling other duties as assigned by your supervisor.What you’ll handleFollow job, safety/environmental, and inspection instructions per cell work instructions and guidance from the CNC trainer/supervisorPrepare machines and gages for operation; set up basic toolingOperate CNC equipment and verify parts meet specification using appropriate gagingMeet company/customer quality standards and achieve production goalsPerform offset adjustments and change inserts as neededApply the tag procedure for proper part identificationMaintain housekeeping and follow Safety & Environmental requirements (recycling, labeling, spill procedures, programs)Comply with all applicable Quality and Environmental system requirementsSubmit continuous improvement ideas on safety, productivity, quality, and housekeeping to your supervisor or HR boxPerform other duties as assigned by your supervisorYour backgroundExperience with—or the ability to be trained on—CNC lathes, mills, and broachesMachine shop training in high school or beyondAbility to perform offset adjustmentsKnowledge of insert types/radii and proper changeoverProficient reading of gages: plug, snap, flush pin, go/no-go, calipers, etc.Tools and environmentCNC lathe operations in high-volume productionFanuc controlsRoutine tool changes (inserts) and offset settingTroubleshooting quality issues using various gaging methods