Precision CNC Milling Machinist — Production Components (Indianapolis)

Estes Design and Manufacturing; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Estes Design and Manufacturing in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Precision CNC Milling Machinist to convert complex prints into flawless parts. You will operate CNC mills, read blueprints, and inspect parts to ensure adherence to specifications.

Join a collaborative shop focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to assist in sheet metal work during downtime.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills in production or job-shop settings.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and blueprints, plan setup strategies.
• Mount fixtures and set inputs, verify offsets for CNC milling.
• Operate the mill, monitor performance, adjust feeds/speeds for finish.
• Inspect parts using calipers and micrometers to ensure spec.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Collaborate with teammates to improve workflow and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized workspace.
• Assist with sheet metal work during CNC downtime to keep production moving.

Skills

CNC milling

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machining certificate or technical degree

Job description

Shape the details that make products work

Join our Indianapolis, IN team as a Precision CNC Milling Machinist and turn complex prints into flawless parts. You’ll be part of a collaborative shop where quality, safety, and continuous improvement guide every decision.

A day in the life

• Start of shift: Review work orders and blueprints, plan your setup strategy, and verify materials and tooling.
• Setup: Mount fixtures and vises, load tools, set work and tool offsets, and confirm program readiness for CNC milling operations.
• Run and refine: Operate the mill, monitor performance, and make on-the-fly adjustments to maintain optimal feeds, speeds, and surface finish.
• Quality checks: Inspect in-process and finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments to ensure accuracy to spec.
• Maintain and troubleshoot: Perform routine preventive maintenance and diagnose basic machine issues to minimize downtime.
• Partner up: Collaborate with teammates to streamline workflows, share best practices, and elevate shop efficiency.
• Keep it clean & safe: Maintain an organized work area and adhere to all safety protocols.
• Stay versatile: During CNC downtime, assist with sheet metal work to keep production moving.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; a machining certificate or technical degree is preferred.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC mills in a production or job-shop setting.
• Solid grasp of CNC machining methods and programming fundamentals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfort working both independently and with a team.

Where you'll work

Indianapolis, IN — a collaborative, safety-first environment focused on building high-quality components that meet our clients’ specifications.