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CNC Setup Machinist

Laborup Manufacturing
Murfreesboro, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

Overview

We’re hiring CNC Machinists of all levels to join our precision medical shop, setting up and operating a variety of mills and lathes.

Our clean, modern facility offers the opportunity to work with advanced CNC equipment, including Microns, Fanuc, Okumas, Makinos, and more. Experience with these specific machines isn’t required.

Join a growing manufacturer that continues to invest in its equipment and people. In our high-mix, low-volume environment, you’ll handle setups, make machining adjustments, verify quality, and take ownership of your work, with support as you get familiar with our processes and equipment.

Role Highlights

  • Full coverage healthcare: Company pays 100% of family medical coverage
  • Generous overtime: Choose what you earn
  • Training & growth: Build your skills through hands-on onboarding and cross-training
  • Long-term growth: Pathways into leadership and programming
  • Great work environment: Great people, high retention, low churn

Compensation

  • $28–$31 / hr starting after differential
  • 100% company-paid medical coverage
  • Generous overtime opportunities available

Shift

  • 2nd Shift (priority)
  • Monday–Friday
  • 1st Shift opportunities available upon request

Responsibilities

  • CNC Setups: Perform machine setups and fixture changeovers
  • Machine Operation: Operate multiple CNC machines throughout the shift
  • Process Adjustments: Make tool wear offsets and machining adjustments as needed
  • Quality Inspection: Complete first-piece and in-process inspections
  • Precision Measurement: Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment
  • Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and detailed work instructions
  • Production Documentation: Accurately record inspection results and production information
  • Machine Readiness: Maintain coolant, lubrication, tooling, and general machine readiness

Qualifications

Required

  • 1 years of CNC milling and/or lathe experience
  • Independent CNC setup experience
  • Strong blueprint reading skills
  • Experience holding tight tolerances
  • Precision measuring tool experience
  • Reliable attendance

Preferred

  • Experience in high-precision manufacturing environments
  • Strong GD&T knowledge
  • ISO 9001 manufacturing experience
  • Technical or trade school education
  • Stable employment history

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical coverage
  • Vision and dental coverage
  • Paid Time Off
  • Extensive on-site training
  • Cross-training and career development opportunities

Pay: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Salary : $28 - $31

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