CNC Machining Technician – Milling & Turning Operations

CNC Machining Technician – Milling & Turning Operations
Location: Newport News, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Rate: Starts at $20.00 + (depending on experience)

Role Summary

We are seeking a CNC Machining Technician to support both milling and turning operations in a high-output manufacturing setting. This position involves a combination of CNC programming, equipment setup, and hands-on machining to produce precision components.

This opportunity is ideal for a machinist who takes pride in accuracy, efficiency, and maintaining consistent production quality.

Work Environment:
• Established manufacturing operation with decades of industry experience

• Large production facility serving diverse applications

• Fast-paced, quality-driven environment focused on precision and output

Key Responsibilities:
• Review work orders, blueprints, GD&T, and technical documents to plan machining processes

• Program and edit G-code for 3-axis CNC milling machines

• Set up machines, including tool offsets, work coordinates, and tooling configurations

• Perform machining operations such as drilling, tapping, turning, facing, contouring, and cutting

• Conduct first-piece inspections and verify dimensions using precision measuring tools

• Identify and correct machining issues through program edits or setup adjustments

• Operate manual shop equipment such as mills, lathes, drill presses, and saws

• Perform routine machine maintenance and manage tooling for optimal performance

• Track material usage and assist with basic inventory monitoring

• Maintain a clean and organized work area while meeting production goals

Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of 3 years of CNC machining experience

• Proficiency in G-code programming and editing

• Strong understanding of geometry and trigonometry applied to machining

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings

• Familiarity with quality processes such as First Article Inspection and PPAP

• Basic knowledge of inventory control practices

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, reaching)

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

Preferred Experience:
• Background in sheet metal or mixed manufacturing environments

• Exposure to CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks or similar)

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards

• Experience with process or continuous improvement initiatives

• Hands-on experience with manual mills and lathes

Equipment & Tools:
• CNC vertical machining centers (including systems comparable to Fadal VMC series)

• Manual machining equipment

• Precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and dial indicators

Why Consider This Role

This position offers a strong opportunity to apply both programming and hands-on machining skills in a production-focused environment, contributing directly to the delivery of high-quality precision parts.