About this opportunity

GPAC lists this CNC Machinist, Mill Setup: First Shift opportunity in bay city, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

CNC Mill Setup Machinist

A precision machining facility is hiring a CNC Mill Setup Machinist for a full-time, direct position. The role focuses on low-volume production and custom component manufacturing rather than high-volume assembly lines. The machinist is responsible for taking projects independently from technical blueprints through to the finished part.

What You'll Do:

Setup & Operation: Completes comprehensive setups on multi-axis CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers.

G-Code Editing: Performs manual G-code edits, program checkouts, and adjustments directly at the machine control.

Blueprint Reading: Interprets complex blueprints, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and technical documentation.

Quality Inspection: Utilizes precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to inspect first-piece and in-process components to maintain tight tolerances.

Tooling Management: Selects correct tooling, calculates speeds and feeds for various raw materials, and manages tool wear offsets.

What You Need:

Experience: Requires a minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC machining centers (Haas controls preferred).

Technical Skills: Possesses a proven ability to read and edit G-code at the machine controller without supervision.

Autonomy: Demonstrates a strong ability to work independently on low-volume, high-mix custom parts (runs typically range from 1 to 300 pieces).

Work Ethic: Requires strong problem-solving skills, close attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude suited for a small production shop.