Skilled - Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer

Monroechamber; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer for 1st shift. You will set up, operate and troubleshoot CNC lathes and mill-turn machines, reading, editing, and writing G-code for Fanuc controls. Parts must meet tight tolerances and you’ll contribute to continuous improvement.

Minimum 5+ years in CNC machining (lathe-focused) with sub-spindle and live tooling, reading prints, and problem-solving in a high-mix shop. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC machining experience (lathe-focused).
• Strong experience with sub-spindle operations and live tooling.
• Reading and writing G-code and interpreting manuals/prints.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, high-mix environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC lathes and mill-turns.
• Read, edit, and write G-code (Fanuc controls).
• Machine precision parts to tight tolerances (±0.0007).
• Perform tool offsets and adjustments to maintain quality.
• Support first article inspections and continuous improvement.

Skills

G-code programming

Fanuc controls

Lathe machining

Live tooling

Sub-spindle

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Tools

Mori Seiki

Hyundai WIA

Robotic automation

Job description

Position Title: Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer Wage: $79,040.00-$93,600.00/year Shift: 1st Hours: 6:00am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday (Unlimited OT) QPS Employment Group is hiring a Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer for a company in Kansas City, MO. This is a direct hire opportunity on 1st shift.

Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC lathes and mill-turn machines
• Read, edit, and write G-code (Fanuc controls required)
• Machine precision components to tight tolerances (as tight as ±0.0007)
• Perform tool selection, offsets, and adjustments to maintain quality standards
• Work with live tooling, sub-spindles, and dual-spindle machines
• Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and process instructions
• Complete parts start-to-finish with minimal supervision
• Maintain high quality standards and support first article inspections
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and learning

Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years CNC machining experience (lathe-focused)
• Strong experience with sub-spindle operations and live tooling, reading and writing G-code, Fanuc controls
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and prints
• Proven sense of urgency in a high-pressure environment
• Experience in a job shop or high-mix manufacturing environment
• Measurement and inspection expertise
• Comfort working within tight tolerances
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ownership mentality, take pride in your work from start to finish
• Ability to solve problems through troubleshooting and research
• Working in a fast-paced environment with strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Preferred oil and gas or oil field machining experience (a plus)
• Preferred multi-axis machining (mill-turn / 9-axis machines)
• Preferred dual-spindle and multi-tasking systems
• Preferred setup, troubleshooting, and process optimization
• Work with advanced equipment including live-tool lathes and sub-spindle machines, 2-axis and multi-axis CNC lathes, 9-axis mill-turn machines, Mori Seiki horizontal mill, Hyundai WIA CNC lathes, Robotic automation systems, Halter automated cell systems, Wire EDM IND999

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.