Precision CNC Machinist: Setups & Programming

Ottenweller Company, Inc.; Mount Airy (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottenweller Company, Inc. in Mount Airy, NC seeks a skilled CNC machinist to set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines to fabricate metal parts. You will study blueprints, select tools, adjust speeds and feeds, and run trials to verify accuracy.

You will perform first-piece and in-process inspection with calipers and micrometers, maintain machines, and follow safety and quality standards in a full-time, non-management role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–2 years related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and tolerances.
• Experience with measuring tools and basic inspection methods helpful.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Select program or set up functions to create a part per blueprint, considering tools, tolerances, material type, and resources.
• Measure and mark dimensions on material or workpiece for machining guides.
• Set up and align holding fixtures, cutting tools, and attachments on machines.
• Adjust controls for speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth of cut; enter machine data as needed.
• Run trials to verify accuracy of settings or data.
• Operate machine center including loading/unloading parts; detect malfunctions and adjust as needed.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and tape; document results.
• Conduct routine maintenance on machines and maintain records.
• Set up and operate manual machining equipment as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining basics

CNC programming (basic)

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Ottenweller Company, Inc. in Mount Airy, NC seeks a skilled CNC machinist to set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines to fabricate metal parts. You will study blueprints, select tools, adjust speeds and feeds, and run trials to verify accuracy.

You will perform first-piece and in-process inspection with calipers and micrometers, maintain machines, and follow safety and quality standards in a full-time, non-management role.