About this opportunity
International Tool & Manufacturing lists this Mazak Lathe Machinist opportunity in fairfield township, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At a Glance
Company: International Tool & Manufacturing
Location: Fairfield, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range:
$100,000 – $120,000 per year (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift
Overtime: Available as needed
Experience Level: Senior (10+ years)
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (defense-related work)
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Why This Role Exists
This role exists to strengthen and lead the lathe department as International Tool & Manufacturing continues supporting long-term, defense-related machining programs.
The shop focuses on tight-tolerance prototype and short-run work , not high-volume production. This position plays a key role in ensuring quality, consistency, and on-time delivery for complex parts where experience truly matters.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
Set up and operate Mazak CNC lathes (single-turret, horizontal)
Program and edit jobs directly at the machine using Mazatrol
Machine tight-tolerance prototype and short-run parts
Interpret complex blueprints and GD&T requirements
Select tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and workholding
Perform in-process and first-article inspections
Work independently with ownership of jobs from setup through completion
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area
Contribute ideas and improvements within the lathe department
This is a hands-on, senior-level role — not a button-pushing production position.
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Machines, Controls & Equipment
You’ll work with equipment such as:
Machines:
Mazak CNC Lathes (single-turret, horizontal)
Controls:
Mazatrol
Inspection Tools:
Standard shop inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
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What We’re Looking For
Required
10+ years of CNC machining experience
Strong background in CNC lathe machining
Hands-on experience with Mazak machines and Mazatrol
Ability to consistently hold tight tolerances
Experience in job shop / prototype environments
Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Quality-first mindset and strong attention to detail
Preferred (Not Required)
Defense or regulated industry experience
Experience working with a wide variety of materials
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Materials You’ll Work With
Aluminum
Stainless steel
Carbon steel
Specialty and exotic alloys
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Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose International Tool & Manufacturing because:
Clean, temperature-controlled ISO-certified shop
Interesting, challenging prototype and short-run work
Trust and autonomy for experienced machinists
Strong compensation for a small shop
Full medical insurance with zero employee contribution
Profit sharing and long-term stability
A professional environment that respects skilled tradespeople
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Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 per year (DOE)
Full medical insurance (no employee contribution)
Profit sharing
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Day shift schedule
Stable, long-term employment
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Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC .
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Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.