What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machinist position at Trans Nuclear Americas (TNA)?
General Information
- Name
- CNC Machinist
- Ref #
- 16421
- Posting Date
- Friday, September 11, 2026
- Country
- United States
- Region
- North Carolina
- City
- Kernersville (NC)
- Business Unit (BU)
- NPS
- Type of Employment
- Permanent/Regular
- Desired Starting Date
- 11-09-2026
- Work Schedule
- Full time
- Remote Work
- In office
- Job
- P - PRODUCTION & OPERATIONS
Description
- Description
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NO WAITING PERIOD ON BENEFITS - COMPETITIVE PAY AND TOTAL COMP
Orano is seeking an Experienced CNC Machinist to support machining performed in its nuclear fabrication facility in Kernersville, NC. This position offers excellent pay and a rich benefits plan with no waiting period.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform setup and operate CNC machining equipment per established methods/programs to consistently produce quality parts at productive rates.
- May assist in developing conventional & CNC machining procedures & sequences, tools & fixtures.
- Produce moderately complex to highly complex conventional machined components/tooling to precision tolerances.
- Inspect work of other machinists and trains and assists lower classification machinists as directed by supervisor.
- Comply with all plant work rules, regulations and specific instructions, and maintain required records, logs & documentation.
- Identify & escalate operations problems to the area supervisor with objective options for resolution.
- May assist engineering in developing methods, processes, and identifying tooling or equipment needed.
- Exercise flexibility in work consistent with this work experience classification.
- May develop cost estimates for machined and fabricated parts.
- May develop conversational programming for CNC equipment and use of SMARTCAM or similar software.
- Provide input to department supervisor for scheduling and resource allocation.
- Assist with training and operation of key equipment.
- Play an active role in creating a safe and healthy workplace and comply with all applicable safety and health rules.
- Requirements
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All candidates must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates who exceed minimum qualifications may be considered for a higher level position.
- High school diploma or its equivalent with at least 2-4 years of experience in the field or a related area.
- Broad knowledge of conventional and CNC machine tool operations as required including tool/fixture selections/application and broad knowledge of CNC programming.
- Demonstrated ability to efficiently and consistently produce quality machined components, tools and fixtures.
- Good communication skills, including the ability to comprehend and convey detailed technical data.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Two-year machine technology certificate preferred.
Benefits
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- Competitive compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance - with generous employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matching and contribution amounts
- Life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided by the company
- Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
- Numerous Training and Development opportunities
- and more...
Orano Group
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Present in the United States for 60 years, Orano USA is a leading technology and services provider to the U.S. commercial and federal markets.Orano's activities in the U.S. include developing uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN ; packages and transportation of uranium & nuclear fuel assemblies ; fabricating & installing used nuclear fuel dry storage canisters and casks, conducting pool-to-pad used nuclear fuel transfers ; providing solutions to the National Labs and to the Dept of Energy ; and supplying U.S. nuclear energy utilities with uranium, conversion, and enrichment services.In the nuclear medicine field, Orano Med is at the forefront of research in nuclear medicine and is developing a new generation of targeted therapies against cancer using the unique properties of lead-212.
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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position requires a pre-employment background check and drug screening.Orano is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Orano and all subsidiaries abide by applicable legal requirements. We ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, and company-sponsored training are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran, or other protected status.
Orano is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.