Lead CNC Machinist​/Programmer

Our client is a U.S.

-based manufacturer of specialty process equipment—including sight flow indicators, valves, mixers, and other corrosion-resistant components—used in chemical, pharmaceutical, biotech, and industrial applications. They design, fabricate, and install both standard and custom engineered solutions from their Little Falls, New Jersey facility to meet high-purity and demanding process requirements.

$90,000 – $115,000 per year (based on experience). Overtime pay available.

The Lead CNC Machinist/Programmer is responsible for full layout, fixturing, setup, and programming of multi-tasking CNC lathes and 3–5 axis milling machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role supports both production schedules and rapid R&D prototyping while collaborating with production planners and design engineers to ensure quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.

• Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and vertical milling machines (3–5 axis).
• Perform full layout and fixturing for components ranging from miniature to large.
• Write, edit, and troubleshoot manual G-code and M-code programs.
• Machine materials including stainless steel (316, 304, 303), carbon steel (1018, 1045, A105, A106, A36), and plastics (primarily Teflon).
• Inspect finished parts to ensure tight tolerances and quality standards are met.
• Select proper tooling and fabricate precision tools and fixturing as needed.
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve manufacturability of components.
• Optimize programming, tooling, and fixturing to improve shop efficiency and reduce costs.
• Provide labor and material estimates from drawings, blueprints, and electronic files.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot unplanned issues.
• Research and implement new machining technologies to maintain competitive advantage.

• Minimum 3–5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Strong knowledge of CNC lathes and vertical milling machines.
• Experience programming complex 4+ axis equipment and multi-tasking machines.
• Mastercam experience preferred.
• Experience with Haas and Fanuc controls preferred.
• Understanding of GD&T and machining tight tolerances.
• Familiar with DNC systems.
• Prototrak experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Trade School or relevant certification preferred).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Reliable commute to Little Falls, NJ (in-person role).