CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

Description

This is more than a machine operator role. It’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Mate, people build long-term careers because they’re supported, challenged, and appreciated for the work they do.

Requirements

• Set up and operate CNC and conventional machines and machining centers to produce precision components while meeting quality, productivity, and delivery expectations.
• Work with blueprints and GD&T requirements, inspect your own work using precision measuring tools, and troubleshoot issues to help keep production running smoothly.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support continuous improvement efforts such as 5S, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent, with a two-year technical degree preferred.
• Experience operating CNC and/or conventional machining equipment is required, along with strong knowledge of machine tooling, fixtures, machining processes, blueprint reading, and GD&T.
• Basic familiarity with precision inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges, and machine programming features and ERP systems.
• Strong math skills, communication skills, and a dependable, safety-focused mindset are essential.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, PTO, paid holidays, and more.
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• An award-winning wellness program that supports work-life balance.
• A clean, modern, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• A team-oriented culture built on Respect, Support, and Inspire.