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CNC Machinist

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A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.

$46,898 / year median in Tennessee

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview We're hiring CNC Machinists for our precision medical manufacturing operation. You'll machine high-precision medical components on modern 3• 4• and true 5-axis CNC mills, horizontal machining centers with pallet changers, and advanced DMG equipment. This is a high-mix, low-volume environment where you'll own independent setups, first-piece quality, process adjustments, and tight-tolerance production—not stand at one machine running the same part all day.
What makes this role different:
Significant income opportunity: 10-hours of overtime, 15% shift differential, and double-time after 56 hours. 100% paid healthcare: Company-paid medical coverage.
Interesting work:
High-mix, low-volume production with independent setups.
Modern equipment:
True 5-axis mills, horizontal machining centers, and DMG machines.
Real training:
2+ month onboarding plus cross-training on additional equipment.
Long-term stability:
Growing medical manufacturer investing in people and production. Compensation $75•$85k / yr $27•32/hr 10 hours guaranteed overtime / wk Double-time pay after 56 hours Shift 2nd Shift Monday•
Friday Responsibilities Machine Setups:
Perform independent setups and fixture changeovers.
Machine Operation:
Run multiple CNC machines throughout each shift.
Tool Offsets:
Make wear offsets and process adjustments.
Quality Inspection:
Perform first-piece and in-process inspections.
Precision Measurement:
Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment.
Blueprint Reading:
Interpret engineering drawings and complex job instructions.
Documentation:
Record inspection results and production data in Epicor.
Operator Maintenance:
Maintain coolant, lubrication, and machine readiness. Requirements Qualifications Required 2+ years CNC milling and/or lathe experience Independent machine setup experience Strong blueprint reading skills Ability to maintain tight tolerances Precision measuring tool experience Basic CMM inspection experience Reliable attendance Preferred Medical, aerospace, automotive, or military manufacturing Hands-on 5-axis machining experience DMG, Makino, Mikron, or Robodrill experience Strong GD&T knowledge
ISO 9001
manufacturing experience Technical or trade school education Stable employment history Benefits Benefits 100% Company-paid medical care Paid Time Off (PTO) Extensive on-site training and career development #
ZR Pay:
$75,000.00•$85,000.00 per year