CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

Location: Claremore, OK Area
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Experience Level: Entry-Level through Skilled Machinist
Job Order #: 138502




Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking motivated CNC Machinists to join a manufacturing team. This opportunity is open to candidates across multiple skill levels, from entry-level machinists with technical or CNC training to experienced machinists capable of independent setups, troubleshooting, and CNC program adjustments.

This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically inclined candidates looking to develop their CNC skills as well as experienced machinists ready to take on more advanced setup, programming, quality, and mentoring responsibilities.




Required Experience & Skills

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical school or CNC machining training preferred for entry-level candidates
• Basic blueprint reading and mechanical aptitude
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers
• Ability to follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good problem-solving and communication skills
• Willingness to learn and develop additional machining skills
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills, lathes, and other machining equipment
• Load and unload raw materials and finished components
• Read and follow blueprints, work instructions, and production schedules
• Monitor machine operations and identify potential production or equipment issues
• Inspect machined components using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment
• Verify finished parts meet required dimensions and quality specifications
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and machining requirements
• Perform additional machining and production duties based on experience and skill level

Intermediate Machinist Responsibilities

Candidates with additional CNC experience may also:

• Perform CNC machine setups and tooling changes
• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Make machine offsets and basic operating adjustments
• Troubleshoot machining and quality issues
• Verify dimensional tolerances throughout production
• Assist with training newer machine operators
• Help identify opportunities to improve machining efficiency and quality

Skilled Machinist Responsibilities

Experienced machinists may be responsible for:

• Independently set up and operate CNC equipment with minimal supervision
• Edit and optimize CNC programs as required
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex machining problems
• Select appropriate tooling and determine machining processes
• Maintain tight dimensional tolerances and quality standards
• Apply advanced blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Train and mentor entry-level machinists and machine operators
• Support continuous improvement and production efficiency initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of CNC machining experience for skilled-level responsibilities
• Experience operating CNC mills and/or lathes
• CNC machine setup experience
• Tooling change and offset experience
• CNC programming or program-editing experience
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation
• Previous precision manufacturing or machine shop experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and repetitive physical activity
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs
• Manual dexterity necessary for machine operation, tooling, and precision inspection
• Comfortable working around CNC machinery, metal chips, coolants, cutting tools, and industrial equipment
• Ability to safely perform assigned work while wearing required PPE

Work Environment

• CNC machining and manufacturing facility
• Regular operation of mills, lathes, and related machining equipment
• Exposure to industrial noise, metal chips, coolants, tooling, and production machinery
• Quality-focused environment requiring accurate measurements and attention to dimensional tolerances
• Opportunity to take on increasingly advanced responsibilities as machining skills develop

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Open to multiple CNC skill levels
• Entry-level opportunity for candidates with technical or CNC training
• Advanced responsibilities available for experienced machinists
• Long-term temp-to-hire opportunity
• Opportunity to develop setup, tooling, troubleshooting, and programming skills
• Hands-on experience with precision measuring equipment and blueprint interpretation
• Clear opportunity to progress from machine operation into skilled CNC machining
• Experienced machinists can utilize advanced setup, GD&T, programming, and mentoring skills

Ready to Apply?

Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-576-7117 for more information.

You can also apply in person at:

Stand-By Personnel – Claremore
507 E. Will Rogers Blvd.
Claremore, OK 74017
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM