What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi‑Axis CNC Operator & Programmer (Mazak Focus) position at Express Employment Professionals - Albany?
Are you the machinist who loves a good challenge?
If solving complex setups, dialing in toolpaths at the control, and delivering first‑article perfection sounds like your kind of day, keep reading. Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a Capital Region custom machining facility where every job is different. No repetitive, high‑volume runs—just precision work that rewards craftsmanship across power generation, infrastructure, defense, and data center projects.
Your Impact- Own complete setups and operations on Mazak CNC equipment
- Program/edit at the machine to optimize speed, finish, and accuracy
- Produce short‑run and one‑off parts to tight specs
- Work confidently with stainless, aluminum, plastics, Inconel, and exotic alloys
- Translate drawings/blueprints into flawless parts using precision inspection tools
- Troubleshoot tooling, workholding, and programming to keep jobs moving
- Keep the work area safe, clean, and audit‑ready
- Partner with teammates to crack tough manufacturing problems
- CNC Mill (5 axis VMC) (Mazak)
- CNC Lathe (5 axis) (Mazak)
- CNC Router
- Background in CNC machining; job shop track record preferred
- Strong setup experience (required); Mazak familiarity preferred
- Multi‑axis/5‑axis exposure is advantageous
- Expert blueprint reading and measurement skills
- Mechanical know‑how with a fixer’s mindset
- Stable employment history and a collaborative attitude
- CNC Tooling
- CNC Programming
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Job Type: Full-Time | In Person
- Pay: $36.00 – $42.00 per hour (DOE)
- Schedule: Full-time; overtime available; final hours discussed during interview
- Health Insurance (company pays approximately 70% of premium)
- Choice of multiple health plans
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Overtime Opportunities
Submit an online application here.
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Salary : $36 - $42