CNC Machinist & Programmer – Lathes and Mills in Ashland, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC

CNC Machinist & Programmer Lathes and Mills

CNC Machinist & Programmer – Lathes and Mills

Pay Rate: Up to $33.00/hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; Saturdays, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM (56 hours per week)
Employment Type: Potential temp-to-hire after 90 days

Position Summary

We are looking for a CNC Machinist/Programmer to produce precision industrial parts using CNC lathes and milling machines. The ideal candidate has CNC programming experience, can interpret machining drawings, and maintains tight tolerances in a heavy industrial shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and mills using shop drawings and machining specifications.

• Read and interpret technical drawings to manufacture parts accurately.

• Use G-code and CNC controls, including Fagor, Fanuc, Haas, and Heidenhain. Experience with every control is not required.

• Machine components to precise tolerances as tight as 0.0005 inches.

• Measure and verify parts using calipers, micrometers, dial bore gauges, and other precision measuring tools.

• Maintain product quality, accuracy, and consistent machining results.

• Follow shop safety procedures and maintain a professional, reliable work ethic.

• Lift up to 50 pounds as needed and work the required schedule, including Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating CNC machines.

• Familiarity with CNC lathes, mills, and G-code.

• Ability to read and interpret machining drawings and technical specifications.

• Knowledge of precision measurement tools and tight-tolerance machining.

• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to workplace safety.

• Ability to work in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment and meet the required schedule.