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CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Vitesse Systems and Careers
Jessup, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2026
SUMMARY: A CNC Machinist is responsible for operating one or more types of computer numeric controlled production equipment. Selects appropriate settings and makes adjustments as necessary. Commitment to and support of the Company Core Values are key to success in this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Verify that material and paperwork for the job being performed is correct
  • Plan machining in accordance with all blueprints and hard copy and electronic technical data and specifications, applying geometric dimensioning and tolerances as required
  • Set-up mills by adjusting all necessary fixturing and machine attachments; setting and applying tool and machine reference points and offsets and calculating requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry
  • Check stock and load and unload the machine
  • Create an in-process inspection report for each operation, as necessary, if one does not exist
  • Identify non-conformance, if discovered, notify your supervisor so that it can be documented identified, dispositioned, and segregated from the remainder of the lot
  • Verify that there are no chips on either the jaws/fixture or on the part/material to be machined.
  • Load the part/material, verify that the part is properly seated in the fixture/jaws, snug against any stop pins prior to clamping or tightening of the jaws
  • Identify discrepant material left in your work area, notify your supervisor so that it can be dispositioned and segregated.
  • Follow all quality procedures, work instructions, and documents pertaining to your job and department.
  • Identify any problems/issues while running an operation, notify the supervisor immediately
  • Responsible for keeping the machine and the immediate area clean
  • Monitor coolant levels
  • Clean the chips from machine at the end of shift, or when the job is finished
  • Verify that all company and personal inspection equipment and tools being used are in calibration.


  • Adhere to all company safety policies including the use of eye and ear protection.
  • Perform all functions of the job while adhering to established quality policies and procedures
  • Uphold the company core values
  • Other duties as assigned



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Successful accomplishment of duties and responsibilities may require the following:
  • Must be able to operate the various machines within the department with minimal instruction.
  • Must be capable of reading drawings and be able to inspect the parts they are machining.
  • Must be capable of working with minimal supervision.



EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 2 years experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.0

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to speak and understand basic safety and manufacturing instructions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers. Ability to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

REASONING ABILITY Prioritize activities and work under pressures at all times.
  • Comply with safety standard procedures
  • Be able to differentiate between a symptom and a root of the problem
  • Open to change and improvements
  • Maintain clean and organized workspace


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Authorization to work in the United States. To conform to U.S. export control regulations, you should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers; handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to hot and/or cold work environment, chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, loud noises, risk of electrical shock and vibration low and high temperatures and/or other occupational hazards; personal protective equipment may be required.

NOTE: This job description identifies the general nature and scope of work to be performed. Vitesse Systems, LLC. reserves the right to revise all or any part of this job description and to add or eliminate essential job functions at any time. Designation of any job duty as an essential function is not intended as an assurance or guarantee that a team member has any right to perform the job duty, except as required by Vitesse Systems, LLC. This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the position and/or the Company.

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:


  • Is not a United States citizen
  • Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
  • Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)
  • Has dual U.S. / foreign citizenship



Vitesse Systems, LLC. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer

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