CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

We are hiring experienced CNC Machinists for a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer in the Cincinnati area. This role is focused on large-part machining in a high-mix, low-volume environment supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs. The ideal candidate has experience with Horizontal Boring Mills (HBM), Vertical Turning Lathes (VTL), or similar large CNC equipment and can independently perform setups, read blueprints, interpret GD&T, make machine offsets, and produce quality parts with minimal supervision. This is not a production button-pushing role. We are looking for true machinists who understand machining fundamentals, can troubleshoot issues at the machine, and take ownership of their work. Requirements Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC machining equipment, especially Horizontal Boring Mills and Vertical Turning Lathes Read and interpret blueprints, routed instructions, process plans, and GD&T requirements Perform machine setups, tool changes, offsets, prove-outs, and first article runs Make minor G & M code edits at the machine as needed Machine precision components for aerospace, defense, and other mission-critical applications Use micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, thread gauges, and other precision measuring tools to inspect work Work with materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, and aerospace-grade alloys Deburr completed parts and complete required production and quality documentation Maintain safe, clean, and productive work practices around CNC equipment, coolants, chips, fixtures, and moving machinery Work closely with supervisors, quality, and other machinists to hit production and quality requirements Qualifications 3+ years of CNC machining experience preferred HBM and/or VTL experience strongly preferred Experience performing independent machine setups required Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T required Strong shop math skills, including decimals, fractions, conversions, and basic geometry Ability to make offsets and minor G & M code edits at the machine Experience with Makino, Union, MTE, TOS, Omega, Boston, Doosan, Bridgeport, or similar equipment is a plus Aerospace, defense, heavy industrial, or job-shop machining experience preferred Experience with stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, or aerospace-grade alloys preferred High school diploma or GED required U.S. citizenship required due to defense-related work Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check Must be able to stand for the full shift and lift up to 50 lbs Benefits 25% shift differential for second shift Bonus / profit-sharing program 401(k) with company match Overtime available Employee ownership / equity participation program Aerospace & defense manufacturing environment Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates