Machinist / Engineering Technician

Prime Management Group Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Management Group Inc. in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a skilled Machinist / Engineering Technician who combines machining expertise with an engineering mindset.

You will translate engineering drawings into practical setups, program CNC equipment, and work with engineers to develop tooling, fixtures, and efficient processes.

The role emphasizes hands-on setup, GD&T interpretation, and quality-focused production, with opportunities to impact part manufacturability from drawing to finish.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CNC machining experience with interpretation of engineering drawings.
• Ability to translate engineering requirements into practical machining steps.
• Capable of working with engineers to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up CNC lathes, with some mill experience.
• Review blueprints and GD&T requirements.
• Translate engineering requirements into machining processes.
• Develop machining sequences and process steps.
• Set up machines including zeroing, tool offsets.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Ensure finished components meet specifications.

Skills

CNC machining

CNC lathe

CNC mill

G-code programming

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Engineering mindset

Troubleshooting

Tools

Fanuc controls

Doosan CNC

Mastercam

Job description

Machinist / Engineering Technician

Cincinnati, OH

Up to $44/hour

Hands-On Machining Meets Engineering

Our client is seeking a skilled Machinist / Engineering Technician who brings strong CNC machining expertise along with an engineering mindset.

This is an excellent opportunity for a machinist who wants to work closely with engineering and play a key role in translating engineering requirements into practical machining processes, tooling, fixtures, setups, and production solutions.

The ideal candidate is more than a machine operator: you understand why a part is machined a certain way and can independently take a job from engineering drawing through setup and final machining.

What You'll Do

• Operate and set up primarily CNC lathes, with CNC mill experience also considered
• Review and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
• Translate engineering requirements into practical machining processes
• Develop and understand machining sequences and process steps
• Set up CNC machines, including machine zeroing, tool setup, part location, and offsets
• Apply tooling and fixture knowledge to achieve accurate, efficient machining
• Use G-code and understand CNC programming fundamentals
• Work closely with engineers to troubleshoot machining challenges and improve processes
• Identify tooling, fixture, setup, and production requirements
• Support the development and implementation of practical machining solutions
• Ensure finished components meet engineering specifications and quality requirements

What We're Looking For

• Strong CNC machining experience, preferably with CNC lathes
• CNC mill experience will also be considered
• Hands-on CNC setup experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Working knowledge of G-code and CNC programming fundamentals
• Understanding of tooling, fixtures, part location, and machining processes
• Ability to visualize machining sequences and determine practical process steps
• Experience with three-axis CNC equipment
• Four-axis experience is an asset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers

Preferred Experience

• Fanuc controls
• Doosan CNC machines
• Mastercam
• CNC lathe experience
• Experience translating engineering requirements into practical machining processes
• Strong combination of hands-on machining expertise and engineering aptitude

The Ideal Candidate

You are a skilled machinist with an engineering mindset who enjoys solving problems and understanding the complete manufacturing process. You can look at a drawing, understand the GD&T, visualize how the part needs to be machined, determine the appropriate tooling and fixturing, complete the setup, and produce the finished component to specification.

If you want a role where your machining expertise and engineering knowledge are both valued, this is an excellent opportunity to make a direct impact.

Prime Management Group Inc.