$28-$45/hour based on experience, 1st & 2nd Shift, 20% Premium on 2nd Shift This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kimberly Bartlein-Kraus Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $28 - $45 per hour A bit about us: This is a well-established precision manufacturing operation producing machined components and assemblies for technically demanding industries such as aerospace & defense, medical technology, robotics, semiconductors, and security-related applications. The shop combines precision machining with modern automated manufacturing and offers opportunities for machinists at different stages of your career. Whether you're looking to continue developing your setup skills or you're already comfortable taking a difficult job from setup through production, there may be a spot for you. Why join us? $24-$45/hr, depending on CNC experience and skill level 1st and 2nd shift opportunities 20% shift premium for 2nd shift CNC milling work, including horizontal machining centers CNC lathe work, including dual spindle, dual turret turning Opportunity to work on Kitamura and/or Doosan equipment Work involving prints, tooling, offsets, inspection, setups, and troubleshooting Opportunity to advance your CNC and setup knowledge Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and holiday pay 401(k) with company match Education/training support Job Details Your responsibilities will depend on your experience level. You may: Set up and operate CNC milling or turning machines Load and indicate fixtures, tooling, and workpieces Read blueprints, drawings, and job specifications Establish and adjust work offsets and tool offsets Monitor cuts and make adjustments to keep parts within tolerance Inspect your own work using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment Troubleshoot tooling, dimensional, finish, or machining problems Make CNC program edits based on your level of experience Perform first-piece and in-process inspections Work with Engineering and Quality when a machining issue needs to be solved Maintain accurate job and production documentation Help improve setups, tooling, or processes At the more experienced level, assist and mentor developing machinists What We're Looking For We're open to different experience levels, so don't rule yourself out simply because you haven't done everything listed below. CNC Machinist I A good fit if you have: CNC machining experience or relevant machining/trade-school training Basic blueprint reading skills Familiarity with micrometers, calipers, or gauges Experience operating CNC equipment An interest in developing stronger setup and troubleshooting skills CNC Machinist II A good fit if you're comfortable with: Setting up and operating CNC mills or lathes Tool changes and offsets Reading prints independently Inspecting your own parts Troubleshooting common machining problems Understanding tooling, speeds, feeds, and basic CNC programs Working with limited supervision CNC Machinist III We're especially interested if you can: Independently perform complex CNC mill or lathe setups Troubleshoot tooling and machining problems Read and understand GD&T Work confidently with precision inspection equipment Select and manage cutting tools and workholding Make CNC program changes Improve setups or machining processes Help less-experienced machinists work through machining problems Current senior-level Agawam postings also emphasize complex setups, programming, troubleshooting, G-code/CAM knowledge, precision inspection, and process optimization. Don't Run Kitamura Machines Today? That's okay. If your CNC milling background is on other equipment, we're still interested. Solid machining fundamentals matter more than having worked on one specific brand of machine. If you understand setups, tooling, offsets, prints, inspection, and how to make a good part, let's talk. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. 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