Machinist

About the role

Machinists at Means Engineering are integral to our mission of creating high-impact solutions across various industries. We are a vertically integrated contract manufacturer where every aspect of production—from design to delivery—is handled in-house. This setup fosters faster innovation, enhanced collaboration, and a sense of ownership over projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced CNC milling and turning setup
• Inspect and verify parts to strict quality standards
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues
• Collaborate with Engineering and Management to produce stable, repeatable processes
• Work with titanium, molybdenum, stainless steel alloys and other difficult alloys
• Edit setup sheets and recommend process improvements
• Perform tooling and process research
• Document job activity, time, and nonconformance in our ERP system
• Partner with Process Engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement

Requirements

• 7+ years of advanced machining experience
• Strong CNC setup expertise—multi-axis preferred
• Tooling, feeds & speeds, workholding and material behavior experience
• Able to read and interpret complex technical drawings and specs
• Excellent measurement skills, including tight tolerances
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration
• Deep understanding of best machining/manufacturing practices
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset focused on quality
• Safety conscious with all aspects of the shop

Qualifications

• Highly skilled machinist who thrives on complex setups, tight tolerances, and solving real-world problems
• Experience with advanced CNC milling and turning
• Ability to work with a variety of materials including titanium, molybdenum, stainless steel alloys and others
• Knowledge of tooling, feeds & speeds, and workholding techniques
• Proficiency in interpreting complex technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent measurement skills, including tight tolerances
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of best machining and manufacturing practices
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Committed to safety in all aspects of the shop

Skills

• Advanced CNC machining skills
• Complex setup and troubleshooting abilities
• Technical drawing interpretation and quality control
• Material handling and alloy knowledge
• Team collaboration and communication
• Problem-solving and quality assurance
• Safety awareness and compliance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and year-end shutdown
• Clean, organized, and temperature-controlled shop environment
• Access to advanced manufacturing equipment (2-5-axis machines)
• Stable, long-term employment with consistent hours
• Collaborative and skilled team environment

Pay

$30 – $40/hour

Schedule

Consistent hours with a stable employment structure

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.