CNC Machinist

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CNC Machinist | Custom Molds, Tooling & Complex One-Off Parts

Salary: $25 - $35 per hour

Founded more than 35 years ago and based in Akron, Ohio, we design and manufacture custom molds, tooling, patterns, fixtures, and prototypes for customers across a broad range of industries. Our operation combines advanced CNC machining, fully integrated 3D CAD/CAM technology, skilled craftsmanship, and more than 100 years of combined industry experience. We support projects from initial design and reverse engineering through machining, finishing, mold rework, and final delivery.

• Work on custom molds, tooling, fixtures, patterns, and prototypes rather than repetitive high-volume production
• Operate modern Haas vertical machining centers and gain exposure to large-format 5-axis equipment
• Machine a wide range of materials, including aluminum, tooling board, foam, wood, plastics, and composites
• Join an established, specialized operation with more than 35 years in business
• Contribute to projects serving aerospace, transportation, marine, recreational vehicle, energy, building-products, and other industrial markets
• Work alongside experienced mold, pattern, machining, and finishing professionals

• Set up and operate CNC vertical machining centers used to manufacture custom molds, tooling, fixtures, patterns, prototypes, and precision components
• Read and interpret blueprints, dimensional drawings, CAD models, setup documentation, and job specifications
• Select and install cutting tools, work holding, fixtures, and proper machine offsets
• Establish work coordinates, tool lengths, speeds, feeds, and machining sequences
• Perform first-piece inspections and verify dimensions throughout the machining process
• Use calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
• Monitor machining operations and make necessary offset or program adjustments
• Troubleshoot tooling, finish, dimensional, work holding, and machining-process issues
• Machine aluminum and potentially additional materials such as tooling board, foam, plastics, wood, and composites
• Produce low-volume, one-off, and custom work where setups and specifications may change from project to project
• Inspect finished work for dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and conformity to customer requirements
• Perform deburring, cleanup, and basic finishing as required
• Maintain machines, tooling, fixtures, and a clean, safe work area
• Work with programmers, designers, pattern makers, finishers, and project personnel to complete projects accurately and on schedule
• Follow all shop safety, quality, and documentation requirements

• High school diploma or GED; machining, CNC, or manufacturing training is preferred
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on CNC milling experience in a machining, mold, tooling, prototype, or job-shop environment
• Experience independently setting up and operating CNC vertical machining centers
• Experience with Haas CNC equipment is strongly preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, understand dimensional specifications, and work from setup documentation
• Experience selecting tooling, establishing offsets, securing work pieces, and proving out setups
• Ability to use standard precision measuring and inspection equipment
• Ability to make machine offsets and basic CNC program edits
• Experience machining aluminum or other nonferrous materials
• Proven ability to produce accurate custom or low-volume components without constant supervision
• Willingness to work with varied materials, changing setups, and complex one-off projects

• Mold, die, tooling, pattern, fixture, or prototype machining experience
• Experience with Haas VF-series vertical machining centers
• Experience machining contoured surfaces, cavities, large work pieces, or complex geometries
• Working knowledge of G-code
• Experience with CAD/CAM-generated CNC programs
• Experience with 3-axis machining
• Exposure to simultaneous 5-axis machining or large-format CNC gantry routers
• Experience machining tooling board, foam, plastic, wood, or composite materials
• Knowledge of mold rework, repair, or reconditioning

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable…