2nd Shift (Weekday Nights) - CNC Machinist - Firearms Components

CNC Machinist
Position Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Knoxville, TN
Base Hourly Range: DOE
Shift Availability: Monday thru Thursday (4 x 10-hour Shift) 5:00pm - 3:30am Overtime as needed
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist who will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC lathes, mills, and other shop equipment to support both production and engineering operations in a low-volume, high-mix environment. The role involves blueprint interpretation, machine maintenance, and contributing to quality and safety standards across the facility.
Benefits include group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up, operating advanced CNC machinery such as 4 and 5 axis mills, Swiss machines, Lathes with live-tooling, etc. and operate advanced multi-axis CNC equipment, tools, and accessories for the fabrication and cutting of materials to process component parts.
• Perform verification/validation of new set-up programs for new products or pre-production parts. Perform in-process and first piece inspection
• Ability to read blueprints and G-Code with ease.
• Hands-on knowledge of machining processes: turning, milling, drilling, and threading.
• Comfortable working to tight tolerances and producing high-spec parts from detailed technical drawings.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators) and their proper care and calibration.

Basic Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of 6+ years' experience as a CNC Machinist with mill and lathe experience.
• Capable of calculating dimensions and tolerances using mathematical principles and precision instruments such as micrometers and callipers.
• Complete offset adjustments to multi-axis equipment to ensure product conforms to strict tolerance
• Competent with hand tools and demonstrates strong basic mechanical aptitude.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Experience with reading and understanding G & M codes
• Have a basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GDT)
• Have experience in job setup on vertical and horizontal CNC machining centers and CNC turning centers
• Provides training and technical training to less experienced employees.
• Proficiency in working with multiple materials to produce high-tolerance complex components/parts.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including standing, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid math and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification from Technical Institute or equivalent desirable but not required
• Blueprint reading: 3 years
• Leadership experience: 3 years
• Safety practices: 3 years
• Valid Driver's License