Setup Machinists - CNC Lathes (Night Shift)
(Abilene)
Role Overview
We’re seeking a serious, experienced Setup Machinist to join our high-performance lathe department on the NIGHT SHIFT. This position operates on a standard 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts (4x10s), offering long weekends and excellent work-life balance. Applicants must be willing to work nights, with an additional pay differential for this shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up Mazak CNC lathes with precision (tooling, offsets, part zeroing)
- Read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T
- Load, stage, and align tooling per job requirements
- Troubleshoot tooling/setup issues
Candidate Expectations
- Minimum 3 years CNC lathe setup experience; Mazak preferred
- Proficiency with tool offsets, workholding, and tight-tolerance machining
- Independent problem-solving and setup ownership
- Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
Compensation Range
The expected salary range for this position is $45,000 to $65,000/year, depending on experience (DOE). This is a NIGHT SHIFT role on a 4x10 schedule, with an additional pay differential.
Job Order #16900901