Job Description
Position: CNC Machinist (Weekends)
Pay: $20 & up DOE ($5.00 Shift Differential on Hours Worked)Step into a stable, well-equipped machining environment where your CNC expertise is valued and your weekend availability is rewarded. This is a permanent role offering a consistent weekend schedule, modern equipment, and a
36-hour workweek with pay for 40 hours.
About the Role:
In this role you will produce precision components to exact specifications, ensuring consistent quality and throughput on weekend shifts. You will play a key part in maintaining production targets, performing accurate setups, and ensuring all parts meet strict dimensional and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate CNC machines to produce parts according to blueprints & technical drawings.
- Set up and change over machines, including tooling installation, offsets, and program loading for weekend production runs.
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to verify dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
- Inspect machined parts using precision measuring tools, documenting results and deburring parts to meet finish standards.
- Edit and adjust G-code programs at the machine to correct issues and optimize machining processes within approved parameters.
- Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and routine maintenance to keep machines running safely and efficiently.
- Maintain accurate production and quality records, following established documentation and quality control procedures.
- Adhere to all safety policies, including proper PPE use, housekeeping, and safe machine operation throughout the shift.
Key Requirements:
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
- Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and gauges.
- Working knowledge of machining materials, tooling, feeds, speeds, and basic cutting principles.
- Experience with G-code program reading and on-machine editing for minor adjustments and corrections.
- Demonstrated ability to perform accurate machine setups and changeovers with minimal supervision.
- Solid understanding of quality control practices and documentation in a machining environment.
- Reliable weekend availability and strong time management skills to meet production schedules.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in a high-volume or continuous-run CNC machining environment.
- Familiarity with basic preventive maintenance routines and machine condition reporting.
- Exposure to lean manufacturing, 5S, or other continuous improvement practices.
- Experience working to ISO or similar quality standards.
Qualifications:
- Competency in high school algebra or higher-level math for dimensional calculations and offsets.
- Formal training or certification in CNC machining or manufacturing technology preferred.
- Any additional coursework or certificates in blueprint reading, metrology, or machine operation considered an asset.
If you bring solid CNC machining experience and want a permanent weekend role with reliable hours, we encourage you to apply.