Master Machinist

Confidential Recruiting Partners; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite

No Visa Sponsorship

No Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Confidential Recruiting Partners seeks an experienced Master Machinist to independently manage machining projects from blueprint to finished part in a hands-on, custom manufacturing environment. The role requires strong blueprint reading, Mastercam programming, and a proven ability to deliver quality parts on time without visa sponsorship or relocation support.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of machining experience, though a solid hands-on background with 5-axis capabilities and ERP

Qualifications

• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Hands-on Mastercam programming experience.
• Hands-on machining experience with mills and lathes.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and deadlines.
• Experience performing inspections and verifying part quality.
• Ability to take a part from print to finished production.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC equipment using Mastercam.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings and technical specifications.
• Develop machining strategies and production methods.
• Perform machine setup, including tooling, fixtures and offsets.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes to required tolerances.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections for quality.
• Document and track jobs within the ERP system.
• Troubleshoot machining issues independently and resolve.
• Maintain safe, organized work environment.

Skills

Mastercam programming

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Manual machining

CNC setup and operation

Quality inspection

5-axis machining

Education

Vocational training or technical certification

Tools

Mastercam

Haas CNC

ERP systems

Vertical mills / CNC lathes

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Master Machinistwho can independently manage machining projects from blueprint to finished part. This is a hands-on role for a highly skilled machinist who thrives in a custom manufacturing environment and takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and on-time delivery.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Responsibilities:

• Program CNC equipment using Mastercam.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining and production issues independently.
• Develop machining strategies and determine production methods.
• Perform machine setup, including tooling, fixtures, and work offsets.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes while maintaining required tolerances.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections to verify quality standards.
• Accurately document and track jobs within the company's ERP system.
• Perform finishing activities such as deburring and light grinding as needed.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Hands-on Mastercam programming experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Manual machining experience, including mills and lathes.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and production deadlines.
• Experience performing inspections and verifying part quality.
• Ability to independently take a part fromprint through completed production.
• 10+ years of machining experience in a manufacturing or job-shop environment.
• Vocational training, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on machining experience.

Preferred Skills:

• 5-axis machining experience.
• Haas CNC machine experience.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for production tracking.
• Experience producing custom or low-volume precision components.

Work Environment:

• The facility utilizes a variety of CNC and manual machining equipment, including vertical mills, CNC lathes, 5-axis machining centers, grinders, drill/tap equipment, and Mastercam software.