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