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CNC Lathe Setup

Radiant Engineering and Manufacturing (REM)
Sterling, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2026

Launch Your CNC Machining Career

Radiant Engineering & Manufacturing is looking for a motivated CNC machining graduate who

wants to build a long-term career—not just operate a machine.

If you've recently completed a CNC Machining or Manufacturing Technology program and are

eager to learn, we'll teach you how to set up, troubleshoot, inspect, and run modern CNC

equipment while working alongside experienced machinists.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in quality

work, and wants to become a highly skilled setup machinist.


Schedule

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Hours may vary based on production schedules, customer requirements, and business needs.

Occasional overtime may be available as workload demands.


Pay

Pay is based on experience, aptitude, and mechanical ability.

Performance reviews with opportunities for wage increases.


Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Performance-based wage increases

• Stable, full-time employment

• Opportunities for advancement


What You'll Learn

• CNC lathe setups from start to finish

• Reading engineering drawings and GD&T;

• Precision measuring and inspection techniques

• Tooling selection and offsets

• Process improvement and troubleshooting

• First-piece inspections

• Quality documentation

• Production machining on modern CNC equipment


Equipment

• Okuma CNC turning centers with live tooling and Y-axis

• Mazak 5-axis machining centers

• Modern inspection equipment and quality systems


What We're Looking For

• Graduate of a CNC Machining or Manufacturing Technology program (or graduating soon)(or equivalent experience)

• Ability to read mechanical drawings

• Basic understanding of G-code and CNC machining

• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Reliable and dependable

• Pride in producing quality parts

Previous setup experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right

candidate.


Why Work Here?

• Modern, well-maintained shop

• Newer CNC equipment

• Interesting prototype and production work

• Opportunity to learn advanced setup techniques

• Small team where your work matters

• Stable, growing company

• Opportunities for advancement

About Radiant Engineering & Manufacturing

We specialize in precision CNC machining for demanding industries where quality and attention to

detail matter. Our goal is to develop skilled machinists who take pride in craftsmanship and

continuous improvement.

  • If you're looking for a place to grow your skills and build a career, we'd like to meet you.

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