CNC Machinist - Mattawan Area

CNC Machinist | Mattawan, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for precision machining and producing high-quality parts? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mattawan seeking CNC Machinists to lead and enhance their operations.

We are working with companies in Mattawan that are adding CNC Machinists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

• Set up and operate CNC machines (lathes, mills, grinders) according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders.
• Perform in-process quality inspections using precision measuring instruments.
• Load raw materials and unload finished parts from machines.
• Monitor machine operations, detect malfunctions, and make necessary adjustments.
• Adjust machine offsets and tooling as required to maintain part quality.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines and tooling.

• 3+ years of experience operating, setting up, and troubleshooting CNC mills and/or lathes.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to perform basic G-code and M-code programming, editing, and machine offsets.
• Skilled in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, bore gauges) to ensure part quality.
• Strong understanding of different tooling, materials, cutting parameters, and machining processes.

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Solid Works, Fusion 360).
• Experience operating and programming advanced metrology equipment (e.g., CMMs, optical comparators).
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with 4-axis or 5-axis machining.

CNC Operator, CNC Programmer, Machinist, CNC Set-up Technician, Precision Machinist, CNC Machine Operator, Computer Numerical Control Machinist

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters:
Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.