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Machinist, Staff

Curtiss-Wright and Careers
Shelby, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026
CNC Machinist - 2nd SHIFT
We are looking for a CNC Machinist to join our Shelby team!
As our CNC Machinist you will, perform routine and semi-routine assignment planning, layout, set up, operating and making tool adjustments for various types of numerically controlled and computerized machine shop equipment. Under general supervision, you will work from blueprints, process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions. You may communicate directly with engineers to understand the purpose of a part assembly. You will also check and inspect machining operations against specified tolerances. You will identify and repair minor machine malfunctions.
This role will be on 2nd shift - hours are 2pm to 10pm
Location: Shelby, NC
Salary: $21.00 to $30.33 7% shift premium
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in NC. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
I
Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
  • Manufacture and inspect detailed parts and tools from blueprints, sketches, drawings, and verbal instructions using a variety of machining tools and equipment (mills, lathes, drill presses, grinders, jig bores and other machining equipment) and using mathematical and geometrical calculations.
  • Determine how to set up machines based on instructions received and perform minor repairs of equipment.
  • Responsible for keeping work area clean and free from safety hazards and to maintain acceptable quality and efficiency level.
  • Prove out CNC programs when required.
What You Bring
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • 2-3 years experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret blue prints.
  • General good housekeeping practices within work area.
Who We Are
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures, and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation.
To learn more, please visit us at
About | Actuation Division | Curtiss-Wright (cw-actuation.com)
  • Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.
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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our
Talent Acquisition Team
and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact
Talent Acquisition.
For US Applicants:
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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact
Talent Acquisition
and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Salary : $21 - $30

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