Cnc Machinist

• Multiple Shifts Available

• Direct Hire Opportunity

• $ per hour

Seeking a skilled CNC machinist to add to our 3rd shift team. This individual will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining computer numerical control (CNC) machines to produce precision metal components used in manufacturing. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work with tight tolerances, and knowledge of machining processes to ensure high-quality production.

• Set up and operate CNC machines including mills, lathes, grinders, and multi-axis machinery.

• Perform up to eight or nine tool changes per shift across your assigned machines, ensuring each change is completed accurately and efficiently.

• Load parts and materials into CNC machines, pull the correct programs, and make minor program edits as needed to maintain quality and productivity.

• Run production parts in a high-volume environment, maintaining consistent output while meeting strict tolerances of approximately +/- 1020 microns.

• Work with various types and thicknesses of steel, ensuring proper handling and setup for each job.

• Perform regular in-process quality checks using micrometers and calipers, typically every 300400 parts, to verify dimensions and maintain precision.

• 2+ years of CNC machining experience within a high-production manufacturing environment.

• Experience with mills, lathes, grinders, or multi-axis machinery.

• Ability to read and work from blueprints to determine tolerances, requirements, and dimensions.

• Ability to perform tool changes, set ups, and tear downs.

• Ability to perform and document quality checks using micrometers and calipers.

• Ability to understand and work to tight tolerances, approximately +/- 1020 microns.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for addressing basic machine, tooling, or process issues.

• Previous experience with programming or program editing is a plus.

You will join a clean, modern, and well-organized manufacturing facility that values both high performance and employee comfort. The management style is hands-off yet direct, giving you clear expectations while allowing you the autonomy to manage your work area. The flexible schedule and voluntary weekend options provide room to balance work and personal life. You can personalize your workstation with food, drinks, and music of your choice as long as production goals are met, creating a comfortable environment where you can stay focused and productive.

The work environment is a high-volume, high-precision machining facility with approximately 350 different CNC machines, including screw machines, , centerless grinders, CNC mills, and CNC lathes. The shop is fairly loud due to production activity but remains clean and air conditioned, providing a comfortable setting. 1st shift hours are 6am - 4pm, 3rd shift hours are 8p - 6a. Both Mon
- Fri.

This is a Permanent position based out of Kentwood, MI.

The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $52000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Autocam Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision- 401k
- Skills Training
- Vacation

This is a fully onsite position in Kentwood,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.