Machinist

Calqulate; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd in Salisbury, North Carolina is seeking a Machinist to set up and operate CNC and manual mills and lathes to produce precision parts. You will read blueprints, select tooling, and prove out CNC programs while maintaining quality and on-time production.

The role requires 3–5 years of hands-on machining experience, strong math and problem-solving skills, and proficiency with precision measuring instruments; familiarity with Fanuc controls is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience operating CNC and manual machine tools in manufacturing or job shop settings.
• Experience setting up and running lathes and mills in low-volume work.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings, including GD&T basics.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and quality inspection methods.
• Familiarity with Fanuc or similar controls.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual mills and lathes to produce parts to print specifications.
• Read blueprints and work orders to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Select tooling, speeds, feeds, and work-holding methods for each job.
• Write, change, and prove CNC programs; troubleshoot during production runs.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Coordinate with fabrication, weld, and assembly to keep parts on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and document scrap and downtime.

Skills

Math & problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machining certification or technical training (preferred)

Tools

Fanuc controls

Calipers & micrometers

CNC programming

Job description

Job Title: Machinist

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina

Salary: $25-33/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