Posted 05/04/2026
Job Number: 16461
CNC Machinist
Ottoville, Ohio • Onsite
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Category: Manufacturing
Job Type: Direct Hire
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Job Description
Position Title: CNC Machinist
This role seeks a qualified Lead Set-Up Machinist to thrive in a small shop environment. The position offers the opportunity to impact production through hands-on CNC machine setup and operation. Candidates will be expected to adapt quickly to varying production needs while ensuring quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in CNC machining and demonstrate reliability and accountability on the shop floor. This position emphasizes teamwork and leadership, providing a chance to mentor operators and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
Salary Range: $62,400 – $83,200
CNC Machinist Responsibilities:
- Perform machine setups, tool changes, and job changeovers
- Load, adjust, and modify existing CNC programs as needed
- Run production when required, not just setups
- Ensure parts are produced accurately and on time
- Work with a wide mix of materials, including steel, aluminum, brass, and plastics
- Oversee and assist machine operators during shifts
- Provide hands-on guidance and troubleshooting support
- Help train employees on machining procedures, safety practices, and company policies
- Verify proper measuring equipment is being used and inspect parts
- Track defects and dispose of non-conforming parts per policy
- Enforce and contribute to safety standards, quality control, and a clean shop environment
CNC Machinist Requirements:
- CNC machining experience (minimum 5 years)
- Hands-on CNC machine setup experience including tooling, offsets, fixtures, and job changeovers
- Experience modifying existing CNC programs
- Direct experience on similar machine types
- Ability to run production and step into production after setup
- Strong general CNC machining background with multi-axis CNC experience preferred
- Quality and inspection competence, including the use of measuring tools
- Shop floor reliability and accountability with accurate time tracking
- Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and shop standards
- Comfort in a small-shop, flexible role
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Experience with specific machines such as Haas, Okuma, Yasnac, and Tsugami is preferred
- CAM software exposure, particularly FeatureCAM, is preferred
- Programming background, especially collaborating with engineering and modifying complex programs, is preferred
- Leadership or mentorship experience is preferred
- Experience in high-mix, low-to-medium volume environments is preferred
- Flexibility in schedule is preferred
- Long-tenure mindset is preferred
Benefits:
- Healthcare plans + Vision, dental, disability, and life insurance options
- 401(k) plan eligibility + Wellness incentives that can reduce premiums
- Paid time off and holidays
If you are a CNC Machinist looking to take the next step in your career, apply now!
Job ID: a0CUm00004EfXL9MAN
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