What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Axis CNC Machinist -- Mill/Lathe Setup & Programming Specialist position at Express Employment Professionals - Tulsa (West)?
Imagine stepping onto the shop floor and taking ownership of complex parts from print to final inspection. As a seasoned multi-axis CNC machinist, you’ll rotate between vertical and horizontal platforms, dialing in setups, optimizing tooling, and keeping production moving.
We’re hiring across multiple partner shops within the Tulsa metro area. There are several openings, with shift options varying by position. Compensation varies based on experience.
What you’ll do- Set up and operate 3–5 axis CNC mills and lathes on both horizontal and vertical platforms.
- Run multiple machines as needed, ensuring efficient changeovers and steady throughput.
- Interpret engineering drawings and apply advanced GD&T to achieve spec on first article and production runs.
- Leverage knowledge of G and M codes to edit programs at the control; contribute to intermediate-level programming and tooling creation.
- Perform advanced inspection, using precision measurement and hand metrology to verify critical features.
- 2–3 years of hands-on experience with 3–5 axis CNC mills and lathes (horizontal and vertical).
- Comfort setting up, operating, and troubleshooting multiple machine platforms.
- Advanced understanding of GD&T, inspection methodologies, and gauging.
- Strong grasp of G/M codes; able to perform intermediate programming, edits, and tooling strategies.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints with precision.
- GD&T
- CNC Tooling
- Troubleshooting skills
- CNC programming
- CNC machine repair
- G-Code
- CNC machine setup & changeover
- Precision measurement & hand metrology
- Advanced inspection & gauge measurement
- Machine setups for production runs
- CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Makino, Dmg Mori Seiki)
- CAD software (Solidworks, AutoCAD)
- CAM software
- CNC Mill (5 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mazak, Kitamura, Dmg Mori Seiki)
- Location: Tulsa metro area
- Shifts: Vary by position
- Pay: Varies depending on experience
If you’re ready to bring your multi-axis expertise to a fast-moving environment, we’d like to meet you.
Salary : $20 - $34