CNC Machinist (all experience levels + choice of shift)

About the role

VanAire is growing and seeks CNC Machinists to join our team in Gladstone, Michigan. We value hands-on work, precision, and a commitment to supporting critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate CNC machines to produce high-quality parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders.
• Select and secure fixtures and position components accurately.
• Make tool offsets and adjust machine settings as needed.
• Maintain machines through cleaning, chip removal, coolant checks, and routine upkeep.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.
• Support a team-focused culture where people take pride in doing work the right way.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints (or learn this), and strong understanding of shop math.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and indicators.
• Experience working with metals preferred.
• Ability to pass a physical and drug test, including screening for marijuana.

Qualifications

• Level III – Advanced / Lead Machinist: $28–$35/hour. Ideal for experienced machinists with advanced setup, troubleshooting, process improvement, and leadership capability. (Usually someone with 4+ years of experience.)
• Level II – Setup Machinist: $22–$28/hour. Designed for machinists who can perform setups, make offsets and adjustments, inspect parts, and work independently on routine machining responsibilities. (Typically someone with 2+ years machining experience with setup capability.)
• Level I – Operator: $16–$22/hour. A strong starting point for candidates with 0–2 years of manufacturing or machining experience who are ready to learn and grow in CNC machining.

Benefits

• Company paid medical insurance; optional dental and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account.
• Simple IRA retirement plan with company matching contribution.
• Profit sharing (paid twice yearly).
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Wellness activities and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Clear career advancement path and opportunity to grow your skills in CNC machining.

Pay

• Level III – Advanced / Lead Machinist: $28–$35/hour.
• Level II – Setup Machinist: $22–$28/hour.
• Level I – Operator: $16–$22/hour.

Schedule

• First shift: Monday – Friday, 6:30am – 3:00pm
• Second shift: Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 1:30am