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We're hiring Senior 5-Axis CNC Machinists for 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, including Hermle 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.
Requirements
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
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-paid life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Worksite address
birmingham, AL, 35203, US
Who can apply
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