What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machinist - NIGHT SHIFT position at ArtiFlex Manufacturing?
Machinist – Program Machines on-the-floor
Location: General Die amp; Engineering, an ArtiFlex family company, 6500 Clay Avenue SW, Grand Rapids, MI
Pay: Based on experience
We’re not just another die shop —we’re a team of innovative, problem-solving partners. As an employee-owned company, your contributions don’t just make a difference—they help shape our future.
GD amp;E, an Artiflex family company, is hiring a CNC Machinist. You will help craft die cast dies, plastic injection molds, and stamping die components in a low-volume, high-mix environment. If you thrive on precision, challenge, and variety—this is the role for you.
What You’ll Do:
- Program on the shop floor using WorkNC
- Operate CNC equipment to machine tight-tolerance parts with quality as a top priority
- Perform setups and validate work using precision inspection tools
- Meet production deadlines while maintaining accuracy and consistency
Types of Machines You May Operate:
- Horizontal CNC Mills
- Vertical CNC Mills
- 5-Axis CNC Mills
- EDM Sinker Machines
- Carbon Machining Equipment
- Gun Drilling Machines
What You Bring:
- 2 years of CNC machining experience, preferably in a die shop or tooling environment
- On-floor programming experience using WorkNC or similar CAM software
- Strong knowledge of measuring and inspection tools
- Proven commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Team-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
- Carbon machining and EDM sinker experience (preferred)
Why ArtiFlex?
- Employee Ownership (ESOP)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Match
- PTO, Annual Bonus, Tool amp; Safety Gear Reimbursement
- Career Growth, Training, and More
Who We Are
ArtiFlex Manufacturing designs and builds products and solutions for companies with tough challenges by employing people with a willingness and ability to be “Innovative. Problem Solving. Partners.” We support and embody a vision of safely growing our people and unleashing their full potential because we see greatness in everyone we hire. Better products and services for our customers result from the dedicated development of our employees. That’s our culture.
Benefits
We provide a full array of Health and Welfare plans including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability amp; Life Insurance options, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, 401k with company matching, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Annual Bonus. Our employees additionally enjoy Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Shoe Compensation Program, Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement, Tool Purchase Program, Career Development, Training, Vehicle Purchase Supplier Discount, Company Events, Celebrations, and more!
Employee Owned
Eligible ArtiFlex employees are ArtiFlex owners with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This is a qualified retirement plan.