Company

manufacturing

CNCMachiningSpecialistProgramming&Setup

$0k+ Ashland, Virginia, United States CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“CNC Machining Specialist – Programming & Setup. Skills: CNC Machining, Programming, Setup, Operation. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine machining requirements. Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and milling machines”

What You'll Achieve.

ensure production goals, quality standards, and deadlines are consistently met; produce high-quality components

Industry & Context.

manufacturing
Eligibility Requirements

Handle materials up to 50 lbs, Support production schedules, including overtime as required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proven experience in CNC machining with hands-on programming responsibilities, Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications, understanding of G-code and CNC programming fundamentals, High attention to detail and commitment to precision work, Knowledge of machining processes, safety practices, and quality standards

What You'll Do.

Read and interpret blueprints

and specifications to determine machining requirements

and operate CNC lathes and milling machines

Create and modify G-code using controls such as Fanuc

Machine parts to tight tolerances (up to 0.0005") with high accuracy

Inspect finished components using precision tools including calipers

Verify that all parts meet dimensional and quality specifications

Follow established safety procedures in a machine shop environment

Maintain consistent attendance and reliability in a production setting

Handle materials up to 50 lbs as part of daily tasks

Support production schedules

including overtime as required

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

work closely with shop leadership; Team-oriented setting with direct interaction with supervisors and leadership

Full Job Description

## Description CNC Machinist & Programmer – Lathe/Mill Operations Pay: Starts at $27.00/hour (higher based on experience) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Overtime: Saturdays, 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM (average ~56 hours/week) Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Position Overview We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist with programming experience to support precision manufacturing operations. This role involves programming, setup, and operation of CNC equipment to produce high-quality components used in industrial applications. You will work closely with shop leadership to ensure production goals, quality standards, and deadlines are consistently met. ## Primary Duties Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine machining requirements Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and milling machines Create and modify G-code using controls such as Fanuc, Haas, Fagor, or Heidenhain Machine parts to tight tolerances (up to 0.0005") with high accuracy Inspect finished components using precision tools including calipers, micrometers, and bore gauges Verify that all parts meet dimensional and quality specifications Follow established safety procedures in a machine shop environment Maintain consistent attendance and reliability in a production setting Handle materials up to 50 lbs as part of daily tasks Support production schedules, including overtime as required ## Qualifications Proven experience in CNC machining with hands-on programming responsibilities Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Strong understanding of G-code and CNC programming fundamentals High attention to detail and commitment to precision work Knowledge of machining processes, safety practices, and quality standards ## Work Environment First-shift schedule with consistent overtime opportunities Fast-paced, production-driven machining environment Team-oriented setting with direct interaction with supervisors and leadership ## Additional Informat

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