Machinist

KLA Industries; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries in Salisbury, NC is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate CNC and manual mills and lathes, producing precision parts for large equipment in a low-volume shop. You will read prints, select tooling, and program/edit CNC code to maintain quality and on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of hands-on CNC and manual machining experience, strong GD&T and measurement skills, and a high school diploma or machining certification. Safety and accuracy are top priorities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years hands-on CNC and manual machining experience.
• Low-volume production environment experience.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual mills, lathes to print specs.
• Read blueprints and work orders to determine tolerances.
• Select tooling, speeds, and feeds for each job.
• Write and prove CNC programs; troubleshoot during runs.
• Inspect parts with calipers and micrometers to verify specs.
• Document completed work and downtime as required.
• Coordinate with fabrication/assembly to keep on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area per shop standards.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual milling/turning

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Precision measurement

Mathematics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machining certification or technical training

Tools

Fanuc CNC

Job description

Job Title: Machinist

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina

Salary: $25-32/hour

Job Summary of the Machinist:

The Machinist will set up and operate both CNC and manual machine tools, lathes and mills to produce precision parts used in the manufacture of large pieces of equipment in low volume work environment. This role works closely with our fabrication, welding, and assembly teams, as well as manufacturing and production scheduling, to keep jobs on track and meet quality standards.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Machinist:

• Set up and operate CNC and manual mills, lathes, and related machine tools to produce parts to print specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining sequence.
• Select appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds, and work-holding methods for each job.
• Write, change, and prove out all CNC programs; troubleshoot and adjust programs to correct issues during production runs.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.) to verify conformance to specifications.
• Report equipment issues promptly.
• Coordinate with fabrication, weld, and assembly supervisors to keep parts flowing on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with shop safety standards.
• Accurately document completed work, scrap, and downtime as required.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Machinist:

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience operating CNC and manual machine tools in a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• Experience with setting up and running lathes and mills, working with low-volume work.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings, including GD&T basics.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and quality inspection methods.
• Working knowledge of CNC setup and program editing (Fanuc or similar controls preferred).
• Solid understanding of speeds, feeds, tooling selection, and materials (steel, aluminum, and similar).
• Strong math and problem-solving skills; attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; machining certification or technical training a plus.
• Hand on experience setting up CNC and manual machines in a job shop environment