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3rd Shift CNC Machinist

Skilled Manufacturing Inc
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

$2000 RETENTION BONUS

Participating Employer: MI Tr-Share Child Care Program

*Your child cost is reduced by 66% for eligible employees*

 

CNC Machinist

2nd and 3rd Shift Openings

 

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

This position is responsible for operating CNC machines and machining centers to fabricate precision parts per engineering specifications. Working knowledge of machining techniques and familiarity with precision measuring tools are required. The ability to read blueprint specifications and check parts for conformance is required. Operators may run more than one unit simultaneously.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Uses tools such as edge finders, indicators, and probes to find machine work offsets
  • Runs parts that meet engineering specifications without supervision
  • Reads, understands, and interprets engineering and manufacturing drawings with working       

knowledge of GD&T

  • Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and informs the lead person of discrepancies
  • Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications using standard measuring tools
  • Learns and can recognize machine deviation versus cutter or holding problems, and informs   

supervisor 

  • Thoroughly inspects the first part run with mid to high level of complexity
  • Meets job standard times consistently and communicates when not in conformance
  • Ensure part count and data entry is accurate and correct on a consistent basis
  • Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork
  • Follows all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of safety       equipment and relevant safety procedures
  • Can solve routine problems and demonstrates some advanced problem-solving ability
  • Communicates discrepancies, non-conformances, and deviations to the supervisor
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

  • Excellent and/or correctable vision
  • Ability to accomplish tasks and follow directions without deviation from procedures
  • Requires a high school diploma/GED or graduation from a certified technical school
  • Must be highly motivated and able to work independently with strong attention to detail
  • 3 to 5 years of related experience preferred
  • Must be able to use the English language and be able to communicate orally and in writing (basic oral instructions, simple written memos, and instructions)
  • Must be able to read and interpret drawings, follow routers, use simple math to perform basic calculations, and use essential handheld measuring tools

 

Work Environment:

Climate-controlled clean production environment. In this position, you are primarily standing with an option of sitting throughout the shift. 

Benefits – start on the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment:

  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Company-paid Short-term Disability
  • Company-paid Long-term Disability
  • Company-paid Life Insurance

Benefits – Additional:

  • Paid Time Off is available after 60 days of employment
  • 401K with employer match after 6 months of employment
  • Quarterly bonus program

Schedule:

  • 10-hour shifts Monday – Thursday
  • Fridays are reserved for OT when necessary
  • 2nd shift 4:15 pm – 2:45 am

3rd Shift Schedule:

  • Sunday - Thursday
  • 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Employment Criteria: 

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person, which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Due to the requirements of the Customer, No Visa sponsorship is available

We are a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. 

 

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