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CNC Machinist

BALEMASTER
Crown Point, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/12/2026
Overview

Plans and performs a variety of machine operations utilizing numerical control machining centers to cut, shape, or form metal workpieces to specifications.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:

Balemaster is a leader in automated waste handling equipment and has earned the reputation of being an industry expert, providing solutions that offer the highest value through well engineered products and exceptional services. Currently, Balemaster is seeking to hire an experienced CNC Operator for their facility located in Crown Point, Indiana. The CNC Operator plans and performs a variety of machine operations utilizing numerical control machining centers to cut, shape, or form metal workpieces to specifications.

Requirements:

  • Read blueprint drawings and parts list to process parts
  • Experience using hand and power tools
  • Ability to perform basic math skills
  • Basic programming skills
  • Set up, adjust, and efficiently operate CNC and manual machine tools to perform diversified and difficult operations requiring close/exact tolerances on products with various dimension and finish specifications
  • Calculate and set controls and programming to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow and depth and angle of cut
  • Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials into machine
  • Maintain and inspect cutting tools for sharpness and usability
  • Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as required
  • Clean and maintain machine, tooling, and parts to ensure that the equipment is in optimal production condition
  • Maintain and edit CNC programs to fine tune process for optimum performance

Physical Requirements:



Heavy industrial environment with mechanical activities requiring personal protective equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

  • Stand for extended periods of time
  • Sit, Stoop, Bend
  • Reach above shoulders
  • Lift 50 pounds

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • First Tier Health Care Plan is Paid for By Balemaster
  • Life Insurance (Paid for By Balemaster)
  • Additional Life Insurance Policy Options for Employees
  • 401(k) & Company Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan Program
  • Paid Time Off (earn up to 15 in a calendar year)
  • Holidays (9 paid)
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability (Paid for By Balemaster)
  • Supplemental Health through AFLAC
  • Overtime as needed

Pay Rate & Schedule:

  • Pay rate is based on experience and skill level
  • Full-time
  • Monday - Friday
  • Looking for either first or second shift

Qualifications

Pre-employment Requirements

  • Background check
  • Drug Screening
  • Physical

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