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CNC Machinist

LaborupOak Ridge, TN

$27 - $33 / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$27-$33/hour
Benefits
Health Insurance

Job Description

Overview

We're hiring CNC Machinists for our aerospace and defense machine shop.

Our parts fly on F-16s, orbit on the International Space Station, and spin in nuclear centrifuges. We run low-volume, short-run work in one of the only true aerospace precision shops in the Knoxville area.

You'll take parts from setup through final inspection on equipment ranging from a large 5-axis gantry mill and multiple large horizontal boring mills to VTLs and a full mix of 3-axis and manual machines.

Why Join Us

  • High-impact parts: Your work goes on F-16s and the International Space Station.
  • Rare shop: One of the only true aerospace machine shops near Knoxville.
  • Stay on 1st shift: Start on days and keep days

Compensation

  • $27 – $33 / hr

Hiring on 1st and 2nd Shift

  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday
  • 2nd Shift: 5:30 PM – 3:30 AM, Monday – Thursday (optional)

What You'll Run

  • Classic 3-axis CNC mills and lathes
  • Manual mills, lathes, and saws
  • Large 5-axis gantry mill
  • Multiple large horizontal boring mills (HBMs)
  • Large vertical turret lathes (VTLs)
  • Exotic materials for flight-critical applications

Responsibilities

  • Setups: Perform complete setups, touch-offs, and tool offsets on short-run parts.
  • G-Code Edits: Modify programs at the controller to troubleshoot and hold accuracy.
  • Close-Tolerance Machining: Cut complex geometries in exotic materials for flight-critical parts.
  • Manual Machining: Run manual mills, lathes, and saws for secondary operations.
  • Blueprints & GD&T: Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T callouts.
  • Program Verification: Prove out MasterCam programs with engineering to improve efficiency.
  • Inspection: Check finished parts with precision measuring tools to AS9100D standards.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

  • 3+ years professional machining experience
  • Performs own setups and offsets
  • Edits G-code at the controller
  • Experience machining parts to close tolerances
  • Reads complex prints with GD&T
  • Strong knowledge of precision measuring tools

Preferred:

  • Prior experience running 5-axis machines
  • Proficiency on manual mills and lathes
  • Aerospace or defense manufacturing background
  • AS9100D or Nadcap environment experience
  • Experience fabricating custom-designed equipment

Benefits

  • Paid healthcare
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Matching 401(k)

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FAQs About CNC Machinist Jobs at Laborup

What is the work location for this position at Laborup?
This job at Laborup is located in Oak Ridge, TN, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Laborup?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $27–$33 per hour for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Laborup?
Laborup lists this position under the following employment categories:
  • Alternate-schedule
  • Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Laborup?
Laborup is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Laborup for this role?
Laborup offers Health Insurance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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