CNC Machinist Job Lancaster area,Pennsylvania USA,Manufacturing / Production

CNC Machinist/Quality Inspector

Custom machine shop in Lancaster, PA is looking for an experienced CNC Machinist/Quality Inspector on 1st shift. This is a direct hire role paying anywhere from $30 - 50/hr depending on experience. First step virtual interviews are available ASAP after applying!

1st shift: 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday

Pay Range: $30-50/hr DOE

Job Description

This role focuses on setting up, operating, and programming CNC machining centers to produce precision parts that meet customer specifications. You will create and adjust CNC programs, perform accurate measurements, and ensure parts are properly finished and documented, while maintaining a clean and efficient work area in a large-scale job shop environment. Inspecting and analyzing parts using a CMM Machine running PC-DMIS software will also be required.

Responsibilities

Set up CNC machining centers for both single-part production and high-volume production runs using written and verbal instructions and mechanical blueprints.
Program CNC machining centers, including writing and editing CNC programs directly at the machine operator panel.
Load and off-load production programs and input simple programs as needed to support daily machining operations.
Submit first-article parts to quality control and review inspection reports to make program and setup adjustments to achieve acceptable parts.
Change tooling and adjust machine offsets to maintain dimensional accuracy and part quality.
Check part dimensions using micrometers, calipers, gage pins, depth micrometers, drop indicators, comparators, surface plates, microscopes, and other precision measurement tools.
Program CMM machine to inspect parts utilizing PC-DMIS software
De-burr parts to customer specifications and clean parts as necessary to ensure proper finish and presentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in and around CNC machining centers.
Perform routine maintenance on CNC machining centers to support reliable and consistent operation.
Collaborate with quality and production teams to resolve machining issues and continuously improve processes.

Essential Skills

Hands-on experience working in a machine shop or equivalent technical school training related to machining.
Proficiency in setting up, operating, and programming CNC machining centers.
Ability to write CNC programs directly on the machine control.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints accurately.
Strong skills using precision measurement tools, including micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, drop indicators, comparators, surface plates, microscopes, and gage pins.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with CAM software such as EdgeCAM, MasterCAM, or similar programming tools.
Familiarity with production fixtures and tooling design for CNC machining.
Experienced with CMM machines and PC-DMIS software
Technical school coursework or certifications in machining, CNC operations, or manufacturing technology.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled, and well-equipped facility that supports high-quality machining work and professional growth. The environment encourages precision, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, offering the opportunity to work with advanced CNC technology and develop your programming and machining expertise. You will be part of a team-oriented job shop where attention to detail, safety, and quality are highly valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large-scale job shop with multiple CNC machines throughout the facility. The workspace is clean and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and professional setting for precision machining. You will work around advanced CNC machining centers and a wide range of precision measurement tools, with an emphasis on maintaining an organized, safe, and tidy work area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/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.

MPC Industries offers health benefits and retirement plan.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster, PA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.