CNC Setup Machinist / Programmer

CNC Setup Machinist / Programmer

Empire Machine & Fabrication - Clayton, NC

Full-Time | 1st Shift Only | $25-$35/hour

Empire Machine & Fabrication is looking for an experienced CNC Setup Machinist / Programmer to join our growing machine shop.

This is a hands-on setup position with a strong lathe focus. We need someone who can take a job from the print and raw material through setup, prove-out, and a good first piece with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Set up, prove out, and run CNC lathes and mills

Read prints and determine proper setup, tooling, and workholding

Set tools, offsets, speeds, and feeds

Edit programs at the machine and troubleshoot issues

Inspect first pieces and production parts to print

Diagnose tooling, tolerance, finish, chatter, and setup problems

Document proven setups for repeat production

Experience We're Looking For

Strong CNC lathe setup experience

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Solid blueprint reading and inspection skills

Comfortable taking a job from print to a conforming first piece

Haas and/or Fanuc control experience preferred

Fusion 360 CAM programming experience is a plus

Live-tool and Y-axis lathe experience is a plus

This is not a basic machine-operator position. We are looking for someone who understands the entire setup process and can keep work moving without needing every step laid out for them.

Pay is based on experience and demonstrated ability.

Schedule: Full-time, 1st shift, Monday-Friday

Location: Clayton, NC - in person

Pay: $26.18 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person