Senior CNC Machinist

laborup; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

laborup is seeking a Senior 5-Axis CNC Machinist to join a precision manufacturing facility in Alabama. You will lead setup and prove-out of new machining projects on Hermle/Heller/DN Solutions platforms, develop repeatable processes, and collaborate with engineering and programming to deliver first articles and production runs.

The role focuses on complex 5-axis setups, advanced process development, and mentoring peers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• 5-axis setup experience.
• Blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Tight-tolerance machining experience.
• First-piece inspection experience.
• Strong tooling and workholding knowledge.
• Machining troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup and prove-out of new machining projects.
• Complete complex 5-axis setups independently.
• Develop fixturing, tooling, and workholding strategies.
• Optimize machining processes for repeatable production.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues.
• Support automation and robotic cells in production.
• Document and transfer processes to production.
• Drive continuous improvement of machining performance and cycle times.
• Mentor less experienced machinists as needed.

Skills

5+ years CNC machining

5-axis setup

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Tight tolerances

First-piece inspection

Tooling & workholding

Machining troubleshooting

Tools

Siemens NX

Siemens Sinumerik

Heidenhain controls

Wenzel CMM

Job description

Overview

We’re hiringSenior 5-Axis CNC Machinistsfor a precision manufacturing facility supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, and other high-precision industries. It’s an opportunity to develop new machining processes, launch new products, solve difficult machining challenges, and help build the manufacturing systems that production teams rely on.

You’ll spend your time proving out new jobs, refining setups, developing repeatable processes, and collaborating directly with engineering and programming. The shop is investing heavily in advanced manufacturing technology, includingHermle 5-axis machining centers, Siemens NX, Wenzel CMMs, automated probing, and robotic integration.If you enjoy tackling difficult parts, working with modern equipment, and seeing your ideas become the production standard, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

The company is growing rapidly as it expands its work across aerospace, defense, and other precision manufacturing markets. That growth means new equipment, new programs, and long‑term opportunities for experienced machinists who want to continue developing their technical skills while earning top‑tier compensation.

Why Join Us

• Modern Equipment:Work on state‑of‑the‑art Hermle, Heller, Zayer, and DN Solutions machining centers.
• Complex Projects:Focus on new products, first articles, and advanced process development.
• Growing Company:Join a manufacturer expanding across aerospace and defense programs.

Compensation

• $36 - $48 / hr
• We want the best talent and we're willing to pay for it
• Optional overtime available
• Full benefits

Hiring on First Shift

• 1st Shift:Full‑time day shift

What You’ll Run

• Hermle 5‑Axis Machining Centers
• Heller Horizontal Machining Platforms
• Zayer Large‑Format Machining Centers
• DN Solutions Machining Platforms
• Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain Controls
• Siemens NX Manufacturing
• Wenzel CMM & Keyence Inspection
• Titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, and nickel alloys

Responsibilities

• New Product Launches:Lead setup and prove‑out of new machining projects.
• Machine Setups:Independently complete complex 5‑axis setups.
• Workholding:Develop fixturing, tooling, and workholding strategies.
• Process Development:Optimize machining processes for repeatable production.
• Inspection:Perform first‑piece and in‑process inspections.
• Troubleshooting:Resolve machining, tooling, and process issues.
• Automation:Support robotic cells and lights‑out manufacturing.
• Production Support:Document and transfer processes to production.
• Continuous Improvement:Improve machining performance and cycle times.
• Mentorship:Support less experienced machinists as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience
• 5‑axis setup experience
• Blueprint reading and GD&T
• Tight‑tolerance machining experience
• First‑piece inspection experience
• Strong tooling and workholding knowledge
• Machining troubleshooting experience

Preferred

• Aerospace, defense, or medical manufacturing
• Simultaneous 5‑axis or mill‑turn experience
• Siemens or Heidenhain controls
• Siemens NX experience
• Titanium, Inconel, or nickel alloy machining
• CMM inspection experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

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