CNC Programmer​/Machinist – 1st & 2nd Shift; Fusion​/Haas

Position: CNC Programmer / Machinist – 1st & 2nd Shift (Fusion 360 / Haas)
Location: Lake Angelus

At a Glance

Company:
Air Boss

Location:

Auburn Hills (Lake Angelus), Michigan

Facility:
Plant 2 – Auburn Hills, MI

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $30.88 – $37.26 per hour

Shift:

1st

Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

2nd

Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Overtime:
Yes — strong overtime availability

Experience Level: Mid to Senior Level

Industry: Rubber Injection Mold Manufacturing

Work Environment:
On-site manufacturing facility

Apply Link:
Apply directly through hireCNC

Air Boss is actively hiring a CNC Programmer / Machinist to support its tooling department in Auburn Hills, MI. This role supports both mold repair work and new mold manufacturing inside a busy rubber injection molding environment.

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- Why This Role Exists

This role exists because Air Boss continues to expand tooling department capabilities supporting both ongoing mold repair work and new mold introduction. The tooling team plays a critical role in keeping production running while also supporting new manufacturing initiatives.

This is a hands-on position where you will own the full machining process — from programming through setup, operation, inspection, and troubleshooting. The shop is looking for machinists who enjoy problem-solving, varied work, and taking ownership of their jobs rather than simply loading production parts all day.

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- The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Create and edit CNC programs using Fusion 360

Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes

Machine and repair rubber injection molds

Perform hands-on troubleshooting and process adjustments

Work from customer-supplied CAD models

Machine repaired and welded tooling back to specification

Perform inspection using calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring tools

Utilize new Creaform scanning technology as part of the inspection and repair workflow

Support both mold repair work and occasional new mold builds

Collaborate closely with tool room leadership and operators

This is a high-variety environment where job sizes, complexity, and repair scope can change from day to day.

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- Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines

Haas VF8 (3-axis mill)

Haas ST20 Lathe

Doosan Mill

YCM Mills

5-Axis Capability (3+2 work)

Manual machining equipment

Software

Fusion 360 CAM

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- Inspection Equipment

Calipers

Micrometers

Creaform Scanning System

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- Materials & Work Environment

You’ll primarily work with tooling and mold components used in rubber injection molding production environments.

Shop environment includes:

Generally clean facility

Air filtration systems in place

Some heat and smoke due to rubber manufacturing processes

Non-climate-controlled environment (typically mid-80s maximum)

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- What We’re Looking For Required

CNC programming and machining experience

Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes

Ability to read blueprints and CAD models

Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, and machining processes

Comfortable performing inspections using precision measuring tools

Reliable work history with strong tenure

Team-oriented mindset

Preferred

Fusion 360 experience

Mold manufacturing or mold repair experience

Multi-axis machining experience

Welding repair machining experience

Experience in tooling or tool room environments

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- Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Air Boss because:

Strong overtime availability

Stable union environment with structured raises

Annual wage increases already planned for the next two years

Opportunity to advance quickly based on performance

Diverse work — not repetitive production machining

Hands-on programming and machining ownership

Exposure to new inspection and scanning technology

Team-oriented tool room environment

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- Pay, Benefits & Schedule Pay Range

CNC Programmer: $30.88/hr

Senior Tool & Die Level Pay Potential:
Up to $37.26/hr

Pay Notes

Approximately 4.5% annual raises planned over the next two years

Significant overtime opportunities available

Union pay structure with advancement opportunities

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield

PPO and HSA options

Affordable family coverage

Additional benefits details provided during interview process

Schedule1st Shift

Monday–Friday

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

2nd Shift

Monday–Friday

3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Overtime

Strong OT availability

Early starts and extended shifts common

Saturday overtime available

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- Interview Process

Brief phone screening

Onsite interview with leadership and technical assessment

Fast interview feedback is common.

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- Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hire

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