CNC Mill Turn Machinist

⭐ NEW! Weekend Schedule: Work 3 Twelve-Hour Shifts (Fri–Sun) and Get Paid for 40 Hours! Enjoy Four Days Off Every Week.

Build Parts That Matter.
Every day at KMM Group, our machinists manufacture components used in medical devices, aerospace systems, defense technologies, space exploration programs, and other mission-critical applications.
The work is challenging. The tolerances are tight. The expectations are high.
And that's exactly why many of our machinists choose to stay.
We're looking for an experienced CNC Mill Turn Machinist who can independently set up, troubleshoot, optimize, and run advanced multi-axis machining centers while helping us continuously improve manufacturing performance.
This is a role for a machinist who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and taking ownership from setup through stable production.
We offer the option of working 4 ten hour shifts, Monday - Thursday. Enjoy a long weekend!

🔧 What You’ll Do

CNC Setup & Machining

- Set up and operate multi-axis CNC mill-turn machines

- Read blueprints, GD&T requirements, process sheets, and work instructions

- Develop efficient machining strategies for complex parts

- Optimize tooling, feeds, speeds, offsets, and cycle times

- Perform in-process inspections and first article inspections

- Make NC program edits and process improvements

- Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues

- Support lights-out manufacturing initiatives

- Maintain repeatable, stable production processes

- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams
What Success Looks Like

- Setups run consistently and repeatably

- Parts pass inspection the first time

- Machines stay productive and efficient

- Cycle times improve

- Scrap and rework remain low

- Process improvements are implemented

- Opportunities for automation and lights-out production are identified

Equipment You'll Work With
KMM's mill-turn department includes advanced equipment such as:

- Mori Seiki NZX 2000 11-Axis Mill Turn Centers

- Mori Seiki NLX 2500 Dual Spindle Lathes

- Mori Seiki NLX 1500SY Mill Turn Centers

- Live Tooling Systems

- Dual Turret Configurations

- Y-Axis Machining

- C-Axis Machining

- Bar Feed Systems

- In-Process Probing Systems

- Automatic Finished-Part Conveyors

Requirements

✅ What We’re Looking For; This role is a strong fit for someone who is dependable, curious, and hands-on.; Required Qualifications:; 5+ years CNC machining experience; Experience setting up and operating CNC mill-turn equipment; Strong knowledge of multi-axis machining; Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T; Experience with Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Siemens, or similar controls; Strong troubleshooting and process optimization skills; Ability to work independently; Preferred Qualifications:; Mori Seiki / DMG Mori experience; Experience with lights-out manufacturing; Mastercam or ESPRIT experience; Experience supporting medical, aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments; Apprenticeship or technical school training; Physical Requirements; Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.; Frequently use hands and fingers to operate machinery, tools, controls, gauges, and measuring instruments.; Frequently reach, grasp, handle, and manipulate small parts and tooling components.; Visually inspect parts, tooling, machine displays, blueprints, and measurement devices, including the ability to distinguish fine details and small dimensional variations.; Read and interpret written instructions, blueprints, setup sheets, inspection reports, and digital production information.; Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach while loading material, changing tools, cleaning machines, and performing routine maintenance.; Lift, carry, push, or pull materials, tooling, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance.; Safely operate material handling equipment and lifting devices when required.