CNC Set Up Machinists

At a GlanceCompany:Machine Specialties, Inc. (MSI) Location:Whitsett, NC (near Greensboro) Job Type:Full-Time Pay Range:$26.00 – $30.00 per hour(based on experience) Shift:Production-driven (department dependent) Overtime:Yes (45+ hours per week typical) Experience Level:Mid to Senior Work Authorization:Not specified---Why This Role ExistsThis role exists due tocontinued growth and long-term customer demandacross aerospace, defense, medical, and energy programs.At Machine Specialties, Inc., CNC Set-Up Machinists play acritical role in maintaining production schedules and machining complex, tight-tolerance components . This is not a button-pushing role — it’s a hands-on setup position supporting advanced multi-axis machining in a high-expectation environment.---The Work You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you will:Set up, operate, and maintain CNC machinesLoad, edit, and adjust G- and M-code programsMachine parts toclose and correlated tolerancesSet tooling, offsets, and workholding per setup instructionsPerform in-process checks and dimensional verificationTroubleshoot machining issues and improve setupsWork closely with engineering and programming teamsMaintain production schedules while upholding quality standardsThis role requiresstrong mechanical instincts, attention to detail, and ownership of the workfrom setup through completion.---Machines, Controls & Shop EnvironmentYou’ll work in amodern, well-equipped facilitywith access to:Machines:3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining centersAdvanced mill-turn and Swiss-type equipmentControls:G-code based CNC controlsConversational controls (experience a plus)Support Systems:Strong engineering and programming supportProcess-driven manufacturing environment---What We’re Looking ForRequired:5+ years of CNC machining experience(job shop preferred)Strong blueprint reading skillsFluency in G- and M-code editingProven setup, tooling, and offset experienceAbility to troubleshoot and problem-solve independentlyComfortable working to tight tolerancesStrong communication and professionalismPreferred (Not Required):Experience with5-axis CNC machinesConversational control experienceExposure to aerospace, defense, or medical machining---Materials You’ll Work WithAluminumStainless SteelTitaniumInconelSpecialty alloys and engineered materials---Why Machinists Like Working HereMachinists choose MSI because:Clean, professional, well-organized shopAdvanced CNC machines and toolingChallenging, non-commodity workStrong engineering collaborationSteady workload with long-term programsA culture that values craftsmanship and accountabilityThis is a shop for machinists who wantreal responsibility and room to grow .---Pay, Benefits & SchedulePay:$26.00 – $30.00/hour (based on experience)Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceShort- & Long-Term DisabilityLife Insurance401(k) with 50% company match (up to 6%)Ongoing training and skill developmentOpportunities for advancement and promotion from within---ApplyIf you’re an experienced CNC Set-Up Machinist looking for challenging work on advanced equipment, MSI wants to hear from you.Machine Specialties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Created: 2026-04-10